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A 13-year-old Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS 3) student of BSU Technical College, Hyongongo Terkuma Ephraim, has been declared missing, prompting an urgent public appeal from his family and community members.
According to information shared by BENUE info-pedia and family sources, Ephraim was last seen on Thursday, January 29, 2026, in the vicinity of his residence behind Wisdom Filling Station along George Akume Way, Makurdi. His whereabouts have remained unknown since then, despite concerted efforts by the family to locate him.
Ephraim is the son of Mr. Hyongongo Torhile Jonathan and Mrs. Eunice Ngododoo Hyongongo. The parents have expressed growing anxiety over his disappearance and are urgently seeking assistance from the public to help bring their child home safely.
The family stated that all independent attempts to trace Ephraim since Thursday afternoon have been unsuccessful, leaving them with no choice but to broaden the search through public appeals. They are particularly requesting anyone who may have sighted the boy, has information about his possible location, or knows anything related to his disappearance to come forward immediately.
To facilitate communication, the following contacts have been provided for anyone with useful information:
– Mrs. Eunice Ngododoo Hyongongo (Mother): +234 903 913 6861
– Rev. Fr. Peter Apaghar, Pastor, St. Dominic’s Parish, Shachi: 0812 128 905 048
The family has also advised that any relevant information can be reported directly to the nearest police station.
Deeply appreciative of anticipated public cooperation, the parents and relatives have called for the announcement to be widely shared across social media platforms, community groups, and other networks to maximize reach and increase the chances of locating the missing teenager.
Incidents of missing persons, especially among schoolchildren, often generate swift community response in Makurdi and surrounding areas. Authorities and residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any credible leads without delay.
Anyone with information is strongly encouraged to contact the listed numbers or security agencies promptly. Further updates will be provided as developments occur.
