A Student’s Cry Lost in Transit Grips Nigeria

A young woman’s chilling text has shaken Nigeria to its core, as Esther, a JAMB candidate, disappeared while traveling from Ajah to Epe for her university entrance exam. Her final message, sent on April 24, 2025, to her sister—“I’m scared I Tink I enter rong car my eyes is itchy e be like I want to slip”—paints a terrifying picture of danger. For Nigerians, this is more than a missing person case—it’s a stark reminder that the path to education can lead to heartbreak.Esther left Ajah around 1 p.m., heading to stay with a family friend in Epe for her UTME, which began April 25, 2025, as confirmed by JAMB’s schedule. Her brother, Mayor Johnson, sounded the alarm on social media, his plea amplified by voices like Daniel Regha and GistReel on X. The text hints at possible drugging or abduction, but Lagos State Police have yet to release details, leaving her fate unknown. No trace of Esther has surfaced, plunging her family into despair and sparking nationwide calls for answers.The Ajah-Epe road, a vital Lagos lifeline, carries the weight of Nigeria’s 3,000 kidnappings in 2024, a grim backdrop to Esther’s story. Reported first by Linda Ikeji’s Blog, the case awaits confirmation from major outlets like The Punch, and neither JAMB nor police have spoken. X buzzes with fear, some speculating foul play, though no evidence backs these claims. Esther’s words, raw with panic, capture a young woman betrayed by a journey meant to carry her to a brighter future.For every Nigerian, Esther’s plight strikes deep. The UTME is a beacon of hope, but the roads to reach it are fraught with risk. As the nation prays for her safe return, anger grows at a system that leaves students vulnerable. Esther’s story isn’t just a tragedy—it’s a demand for Nigeria to protect its youth, before another dream is lost to the shadows.