By Bilkis Abdulraheem Lawal
Benue Links Nigeria Limited has confirmed the arrest of one of its drivers following the abduction of passengers, including candidates of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), along the Makurdi–Otukpo road.
The company’s Information Officer, Johnson Ehi Daniel, said that the driver is currently in police custody as investigations continue.
According to the company, the bus involved in the incident was not authorised for the journey. It was attacked on Wednesday night at Ikobi while conveying passengers.
Two of the victims have reportedly escaped, while 13 others remain in captivity.
Management stated that the driver breached company policy by embarking on a night trip without approval, proper documentation, or official record.
The General Manager, Alexander Aondohemba Fanafa, described the incident as distressing and assured that efforts are ongoing in collaboration with security agencies to rescue the remaining victims.
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Police Force in Benue State, led by Commissioner of Police Ifeanyi Emenari has commenced operations to secure the release of those still held captive.
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