By Moses Akaigwe
GUO Transport Company has confirmed the killing of one of its drivers following an armed robbery attack along the Lagos-Benin highway, renewing concerns over persistent insecurity on the busy transport corridor.
In an official statement released by its management, the company disclosed that the incident occurred on Saturday, April 18, 2026, involving a Toyota Hiace bus that had been dispatched empty from Lagos en route to Onitsha.
According to the statement, the vehicle was ambushed by armed robbers along the Okada-Benin road, resulting in the death of the driver.
“It is with profound sadness that GUO Transport Co. confirms a tragic incident involving one of our vehicles,” the statement read. “We regret to confirm that the incident resulted in the loss of our driver. This is a deeply painful loss to the entire GUO family.”
The transport firm expressed condolences to the deceased driver’s family, noting that its immediate priority is to provide support to them during the period of grief.
GUO Transport also called on government authorities and security agencies to intensify efforts to tackle the recurring security challenges along the Lagos-Benin highway, a major route linking the South-West and South-East regions.
“We commend the efforts of the relevant security agencies and government authorities, and we respectfully urge intensified action to address the persistent security challenges on this corridor,” the company stated.
The firm further appreciated the concern shown by members of the public and appealed for privacy for the bereaved family.
The Lagos-Benin highway has long been plagued by reports of armed robbery attacks and other security threats, raising the alarm among commuters and transport operators who rely heavily on the route for intercity travel.
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