GUO Transport Company has confirmed that there was a bandit attack on one of its buses enroute to Abuja from Lagos.
The unfortunate incident occurred at about 3:15 pm on Friday 9th February 2024, along the Ikare-Akoko axis of the Akure expressway.
In an official statement by the company, the kidnappers ambushed and attacked oncoming vehicles and amongst which was one of Hiace buses from Lagos with passengers onboard.
It stated that the unfortunate event led to the death of its driver at the crime scene while the passengers are believed to have been held hostage and led into the bush.
“A child of about three years old was rescued from the scene and handed over to the military personnel on ground while the family have been contacted.
“Our prayers are with those directly or indirectly affected by this unfortunate incident. While we empathize with the family of our slain driver and families of our kidnapped passengers, we are cooperating with security agenices to ensure a quick and safe release or rescue of our passengers.
“We appreciate the payers, advice, understanding and support of the security agencies, our staff, our passengers, and the public at this critical moment.”
The company appealed to the Government and security agenices to intensify efforts in making the highways safe again.
