Gombe transport denies bus attack, passenger abduction reports

Gombe State Transport Services, commonly referred to as Gombe Line, has firmly denied claims that one of its buses was targeted by armed bandits between Ayere and Kabba, resulting in the abduction of all passengers. The agency's management stated categorically that their reports of such an incident are false, and they implored the public to disregard the rumor.

In a press release issued on Monday, the Director-General of Gombe State Transport Services, Sani Sabo, confirmed that no such event had occurred on any vehicle under the agency's control. "For the avoidance of doubt, no such incident has been reported involving any vehicle in our fleet," Sabo asserted. He emphasized the importance of vigilance when spreading information, particularly concerning security events, in order to curb the dissemination of misinformation and needless alarm.

"We therefore urge members of the public to disregard the rumour and refrain from sharing unverified information," Sabo continued. The management expressed gratitude for the public's concern and reaffirmed their dedication to delivering dependable transport services.