A driver has been arrested in connection with the abduction of passengers, including Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidates, after a bus was attacked on the Makurdi–Otukpo road in Benue State. The incident occurred on Wednesday night at Ikobi, according to Benue Links Nigeria Limited, which operates the vehicle. The company confirmed the driver was not authorized for the night trip and violated operational procedures by traveling without approval, documentation, or clearance. Johnson Ehi Daniel, the company's Information Officer, stated the driver is in police custody as investigations continue. General Manager Alexander Aondohemba Fanafa described the incident as distressing and said efforts are ongoing to secure the release of the 13 remaining captives, while two passengers have escaped. Benue State Commissioner of Police Ifeanyi Emenari is leading security operations to rescue the victims.
Students and parents must verify the authorization status of transport services before allowing candidates to travel, especially at night. Only use approved routes and vehicles with proper documentation to reduce exposure to risk.
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