Update: Court convicts man destroying PDP billboard in Benue

A 30-year-old man, Mister Ternenge Peter has been convicted by a Chief Magistrate Court presided over by Mrs Kadoon Gbasha in Makurdi the Benue State capital, for destroying a billboard belonging to the Peoples Democratic Party, mounted at Wurukum roundabout.

The suspect who lives around Wurukum axis of Makurdi, was handed one month community service, which if he defaults would lead to him being sentenced to jail for a period of two months.

Ms Gbasha further stated that the community service will be carried out at the court premises for 30 working days from 9am to 2pm each day under strict supervision.

She warned youths in the state to deist from the habit of alcoholism and mischief and engage themselves in useful ventures to secure their future.