By Henry Ibya, Makurdi
Benue Links Nigeria Limited has denied a viral social media report claiming that one of its vehicles was hijacked and its passengers kidnapped in Owukpa, Benue State.
The company in a statement signed by Johnson Ehi, Information Officer, made available to journalists yesterday in Makurdi, and described the report as “false and misleading”.
The company in the statement explained that the vehicle in question ,PP 471, has been undergoing a complete engine overhaul for the past four weeks and has not been in operation.
Benue Links warned that spreading unverified and malicious content is a criminal offense under the Cybercrimes Act and relevant provisions of the Criminal and Penal Codes.
The company assured the public of its commitment to providing safe, comfortable, reliable, and affordable transport services, but equally threatened to seek legal redress against individuals or groups who intentionally attempt to damage the company’s reputation.
While appreciating the support of the public, the company appealed to everyone including their teaming customers to rely on verified channels for authentic information regarding its operation, urging members of the public to disregard the misleading report.
