The Digest:
Two passengers abducted by gunmen along the Makurdi–Otukpo road in Benue State have escaped and are now safely with the police. The victims were among 14 passengers attacked on Wednesday evening when a Benue Links bus was ambushed near the Benue Burnt Bricks axis. Many of the abducted were young people travelling to sit for the UTME examination. Police have deployed tactical teams and arrested one suspect.
Key Points:
- Students travelling for JAMB exams are among those still held by abductors.
- The bus driver is in custody for violating company policy on night travel.
- Two teenage brothers travelling for UTME were reportedly among those taken.
- Police anti-kidnapping units are searching the surrounding forests.
- The North Central Development Commission has condemned the incident.
Families and authorities await news of the remaining victims as search operations continue.
Sources: Premium Times
