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New developments have emerged in the case of 19-year-old Anche Iwuese Vivian, the young woman from Kanshio, Makurdi, Benue State, who was reported missing earlier this week.
According to an update shared widely on social media by community advocate D’n’aked Elder Sughne…, Vivian reached out to her family yesterday, January 10, 2026, stating that she is not missing. She reportedly explained that she had travelled to Port Harcourt, Rivers State, in search of work opportunities.
In her communication with the family, she requested that they stop searching for her and urged the public to cease circulating her missing person alert and photographs.
However, the update has raised more questions than it has answered. Sources close to the matter claim that Vivian actually travelled to her elder sister’s residence in Gboko during the Christmas period. While there, she allegedly met a young man and began interacting with him. According to these accounts, Vivian confided in the man that she was unhappy with how her family was treating her and expressed a desire to relocate. The same source alleges that the man provided her with a contact or connection that facilitated her movement to Port Harcourt.
The individual in question has reportedly denied any involvement in the matter and has since stopped responding to calls, fueling further suspicion among those following the story.
The post highlights lingering doubts about the authenticity and voluntariness of Vivian’s explanation. The writer questioned why she has refused to answer video calls, which could allow her to speak directly to her family, show her current environment, and confirm that she is acting of her own free will. The refusal to engage via video, combined with the sudden change in communication, has led to speculation that someone may be instructing or influencing what she says.
The update concludes with a strong note of concern: “Something is wrong somewhere,” and describes the man involved as a potential suspect.
As of January 11, 2026, neither the Benue State Police Command nor any official authority has issued a public statement confirming Vivian’s current status, location, or the circumstances surrounding her departure from home. The family has not yet made an independent public comment on the latest development.
The case continues to generate significant attention and debate online, with many urging caution and calling for a thorough investigation to ensure the young woman’s safety and confirm that she is not under any form of duress or coercion.
For now, the public appeal has shifted from searching for a missing person to seeking clarity and verification regarding her well-being and true intentions. Anyone with credible information is still encouraged to contact the family or the nearest police station.
