The Digest:
A family member of a victim abducted in Wednesday's attack on a Benue Links bus has condemned JAMB for denying that any of the passengers were UTME candidates. Speaking anonymously to Vanguard, the relative insisted his nephew was on the bus heading to Otukpo for an examination scheduled for April 16. He criticized JAMB's "problematic posting system" that forces candidates to travel long distances, exposing them to security risks. He urged JAMB to retract its statement and show compassion.
Key Points:
- Families of victims feel dismissed and hurt by JAMB's denial.
- The relative claims that most passengers on the bus were UTME candidates.
- JAMB's posting system is blamed for forcing long-distance travel for exams.
- The family wants compassion, not legalistic denials, during a crisis.
- The incident highlights the real-world consequences of examination logistics.
JAMB faces pressure to address both security concerns and its candidate posting policies.
Sources: Vanguard News, Daily Post
