A devastating attack occurred in Benue State on Thursday, April 3, 2025, when gunmen ambushed a Benue Links Nigeria Limited bus, killing two people and abducting 13 passengers. The incident happened near the Otukpo Burnt Bricks area in Otukpo Local Government Area.

According to a statement by Johnson Daniel, Information Officer of Benue Links Nigeria Limited, the bus, with registration number PP512, was traveling from Makurdi to Otukpo when it was attacked. “Regrettably, the driver of the 18-seater bus, Mr. Samuel Agege, and a front-seat passenger were fatally shot by the attackers,” Daniel said.

The management of Benue Links Nigeria Limited extended its condolences to the families of the deceased and those whose loved ones remain in captivity. “We assure the general public that we are in constant communication with security agencies, who are making concerted efforts to rescue the abducted passengers,” the statement read.

Three individuals managed to escape the attack, and another passenger had disembarked at Taraku town before the incident. The Police Spokesperson for Benue State, SP Anene Sewuese Catherine, confirmed the incident, stating that more details would be provided soon. “A kidnap incident involving a Benue Links vehicle has been reported. More details will be made available shortly,” she said.