RESCUE OF KIDNAPPED PERSONS ERRONEOUSLY ALLEGED TO BE UTME CANDIDATES
The nation’s security agencies have once again demonstrated commendable efficiency with the successful rescue of seven of the individuals who were kidnapped while traveling from Makurdi to Otukpo. Initial reports wrongly identified them as candidates en route to sit for the 2026 UTME, a claim that has now been proven false.
This development brings immense relief, as the thought of these individuals remaining in the custody of their captors was deeply distressing, we pray for the rescue of the remaining ones. Notably, none of the victims were UTME candidates. Rather, they were individuals who had traveled to Makurdi to participate in the ongoing police recruitment exercise and were returning to Otukpo at the time of the incident.
It is regrettable that, in moments like this, there is a tendency to hastily malign government institutions particularly the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) without proper verification of facts. Such premature conclusions appear, at times, to be driven more by a desire to assign blame than to seek truth. Some individuals even attempted to link the incident to the Board’s examination schedule, despite clear inconsistencies in that narrative.
One would expect that, in light of the facts now established, those who propagated these unfounded claims would extend a public apology to JAMB for the unwarranted damage to its reputation.
It is important to emphasize that the victims were not examination candidates but participants in a police recruitment exercise who were returning to their base in Otukpo. Regardless of their identity or purpose of travel, however, no Nigerian deserves to be subjected to kidnapping. Such incidents should unite us in concern and compassion, rather than serve as an opportunity to disparage institutions.
Even at the onset, there were clear indications that the initial narrative lacked credibility. The structure of UTME examinations makes it highly unlikely for candidates who know one another to be assigned to the same centre or to travel together for the exam. That such a flawed account gained widespread traction highlights the need for greater responsibility in information dissemination.
As citizens, we must cultivate the discipline of verifying facts before drawing conclusions or assigning blame. Supporting our institutions in their efforts to deliver on their mandates is far more constructive than undermining them based on unverified claims.
The Board remains committed to implementing progressive, development-driven policies that will continue to elevate its operations to global standards. It will not be deterred by unfounded criticism or the efforts of detractors.
Finally, it is our collective hope that Nigeria’s security architecture continues to improve, ensuring that no citizen regardless of identity, purpose, or destination falls victim to such criminal acts.
Fabian Benjamin, Ph.D., OrgExpert
PCA JAMB
@AppTayo@MasterMaliq Musashi said, "The truth is the truth, not what you want it to be; you'll either bend to its power or live a lie."
Truth is, Islam is not what you want or think it to be. Islam is here to stay whether you want it or not. Stop the hate and learn about it.
Peace and love bro 🙏 ❤️
@AppTayo@MasterMaliq Verses that you screenshot and paste at each chance you have; most of them are biasedly rephrased to align with an islamophobic agenda.
They all have contextual meaning that warrants understanding. But you actually don't want an explanation of those verses. You only want to hate.
@AppTayo@MasterMaliq 🤣🤣
Bro, the truth is that no matter what I say, you would not still believe, instead you'll make up excuses to defend your faith and demonize Islam. And that's fine. I understand that you were programmed that way.
@AppTayo@MasterMaliq So Moses is not also a prophet since he fought battles and also legislated with the mosaic law which you would consider as barbaric today right?
@AppTayo@MasterMaliq Bro, we can keep going back and forth but honestly, I don't have that strength. You are clearly too indoctrinated to think outside the box that you are currently. On that note, do what you must. Cheers 🍻
@AppTayo@MasterMaliq You said, "When you want to quote a metaphor, seek the meaning first"
That's exactly my point from the beginning. Seek understanding of the quran before you criticise and stop posting wrong images you downloaded from propaganda media.
@AppTayo@MasterMaliq Other terrifying things are said about men of God in the bible, which the quran rejects. Eg, Lut getting drunk and sleeping with his own daughters.
I don't try to demonise the bible because I have little understanding of it. I suggest you apply the same wisdom to the Quran.
@FamoriyoPM@MasterMaliq I applaud your honesty. You spoke on what you know and kept silent on what you don't. Unlike the rest of the comment who learn about Islam from propaganda media and feel like they have the truth about the "evil" quran that over 2 billion Muslims miss.
@AppTayo@MasterMaliq Quran teaches hate and violence? What Quran do you read?
Muhammad (SAW) is ranked as the most influential person in history.
Isaacs Newton is 2nd, while Jesus Christ is 3rd.
So what are you saying?
A country with one of the highest maternal and infant mortality rates, insecurity, and poverty index tells the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: "It's time to open up to development." Just because Davido performed there.
Such foolery 🤣🤣
Davido performed in Saudi Arabia, I was in Saudi last year.
Saudi is opening up!
Don’t tie people down
It’s time to open up to development
Let them develop