Metro
SAD! GUO Transport confirms driver k!lled in bandits attack

GUO Transport Company has confirmed that a driver of one of its buses shuttling passengers from Lagos to Abuja was killed in an alleged attack by some suspected gunmen along the Ikare-Akoko Road of the Akure Expressway on Friday.
The management of the transport firm, in a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Sunday, added that other passengers, except a three-year-old child, were allegedly kidnapped along the corridor.
A senator, Ned Nwoko, had earlier shared the news of the alleged attack on the GUO bus on yesterday via his verified X handle, @Prince_NedNwoko, saying that the hoodlums abducted all the passengers but left an infant inside the vehicle.
Though the senator failed to mention the location of the attack, he emphasised the need for the government to allow its citizens to bear arms for self-protection.
The senator wrote, “This was reported to have happened to GUO on Saturday.
They killed the driver, left the small girl there, and kidnapped all the passengers. This is the reason for the law on self-defence.
“If the driver had a gun or any of the passengers, the kidnappers wouldn’t certainly have their way.
The only thing they have that good and law-abiding citizens don’t have are guns. The passengers might never be rescued, and just imagine the poor little girl who will be traumatised for life.”
Also, in a short WhatsApp video seen by PUNCH Metro on Sunday, a voice was heard saying, “This bus is coming from Lagos. We stopped together at Akure and ate.”
While confirming the attack on Sunday, the statement by the company read, “GUO Transport Co. wishes to use this medium to confirm that there was a bandit attack on one of our buses en route to Abuja from Lagos.
“The unfortunate incident occurred at about 3:15 pm on Friday, February 9, 2024. Along the Ikare-Akoko area of the Akure Expressway, the kidnappers ambushed and attacked oncoming vehicles, among which was one of the Hiace buses from Lagos with passengers onboard.
“This unfortunate event led to the death of our driver at the crime scene, while our 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 the ground while the family has been contacted.
“Our prayers are with those directly or indirectly affected by this unfortunate incident.
“While we empathise with the families of our slain driver and the families of our kidnapped passengers, we are cooperating with security agencies to ensure a quick and sore release or rescue of our passengers.
“We appreciate the prayers, advice, understanding, and support of the security agencies, our staff, our passengers, and the public at this critical moment.
“We also appeal to the government and security agencies to intensify efforts to make our highways safe again.”
All efforts to reach the Force Public Relations Officer proved abortive as he neither picked up his call nor responded to a text message sent to his mobile phone.
This is the second attack on a commercial transport company bus within two weeks. A few days ago, it was widely reported that passengers travelling in two buses from the South-East part of the country to Abuja had been kidnapped on the Inele-Eteke Ogugu new road in the Kogi East senatorial district of Kogi State.
The buses said to belong to the God Is Good and ABC Transport companies, heading to Abuja, were abducted by kidnappers on Saturday.
However, the Kogi State Police Public Relations Officer, SP William Ovye, reportedly confirmed their release, saying, “I have just been informed by the DPO that all the kidnapped victims of God Is Good Motors, and ABC have regained their freedom.”
Meanwhile, mixed reactions have begun to trail the call by Nwoko for Nigerians to be allowed to bear arms for self-defence.
While some Nigerians on X supported the idea, others opined that the country was yet to attain that level and thereby urged the government to wake up to its responsibilities.
An X user, @francis_ranco, wrote, “You are right on this, Oga. Self-defense is the most effective way of preserving oneself. Nigerians must be allowed to defend themselves. If the government fails to adhere to this, dem go explain tire later!”
@flourish007 wrote, “I agree with you here, Mr. Senator, because one of the main reasons citizens should be allowed to carry firearms for self-defense is the fundamental right to protect themselves and their loved ones from harm.
In situations like this one where law enforcement isn’t available, individuals, including the driver and passengers, should have the means to defend themselves from potential threats.”
@lord_OboteAyo, on the other hand, said, “A country where small anger leads to chaos, e.g., road rage, some people committing crime at will, and you want to legalize firearms, you want to encourage more armed chaos? What happened to better security?”
@holardamolar said, “We need a working government, not guns.”How do you not see it? People are suffering heavily, and it’s inevitably skyrocketing the rate of social vices out there. Giving guns to the current Nigerians will only worsen the situation; the death rate will skyrocket, I promise you.”
Metro
Armed robbers infiltrate UI hostel, steal students’ phones, other valuable items

In a brazen attack on Saturday morning, armed robbers relieved students of the University of Ibadan in Oyo State of their possessions valued at thousands of naira during a raid on the Awolowo Hall of Residence.
According to several sources, the items taken comprised mobile phones, jewelry, clothing, and various other belongings.
A student, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said, “Aside from the lost items, the affected students were tortured during the raids that lasted for few hours.”
Another source explained that “the security section was alerted by the screaming of the affected students as they hurriedly swung into action.
“Some of the suspects who were arrested have been handed over to the police at Sango Police Station.”
When contacted, the Public Relations Officer of the Institution, Joke Akinpelu, said, “The reports from the Hall wardens stated that the robbers carted away the mobile telephone handsets of the students.”
As of press time, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, could not be reached for comment.
Metro
Kebbi: Police neutralize four kidnappers, rescue victim

In a successful operation, the Kebbi State Police Command has neutralized four suspected kidnappers, detained one individual, and rescued a 60-year-old man, Umaru Bawa, in the Suru Local Government Area.
Furthermore, the police have recovered ₦3 million that had been previously paid as ransom.
A statement made available to newsmen on Saturday by the spokesman of the command, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, said the incident occurred on February 14, 2025, when armed men stormed Gobiraje village in Suru LGA and abducted Bawa.
“Upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Suru swiftly mobilized police operatives and local vigilantes, tracking the suspects to Tundafari Forest in the Dakingari axis.
“A gun battle ensued between security forces and the kidnappers, leading to the neutralization of four kidnappers and the arrest of one suspect with fatal injuries.
“Other suspects escape with gunshot wounds into the forest while we rescue the kidnapped victim unharmed and recover the sum of ₦3 million in ransom money,” the statement reads.
The statement added that the Kebbi State Commissioner of Police, CP Bello M Sani, praised the officers for their bravery, professionalism, and swift response.
“The CP reassured the public of the command’s dedication to fighting crime and maintaining peace across the state. He urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station to enhance security efforts.
“The successful operation underscores the ongoing efforts by security forces to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities in the region. Over the past months, Kebbi State has witnessed a rise in security challenges, prompting intensified operations by law enforcement agencies.
“Authorities have encouraged residents to cooperate with security forces, emphasizing that timely information is crucial in preventing criminal activities,” it added.
The command, however, urged residents to contact law enforcement or report any suspicious movements to the police hotline.
Metro
Police confirm killing of social media girlfriend by alleged ritualist

The Police Command in Kwara has confirmed the killing of a final year student of Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin, Lawal Yetunde, by her boyfriend, whom she met on social media.
This is contained in a statement issued by the command Spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, on Saturday in Ilorin.
She said the suspect had been arrested through the deceased’s tracked phone number to the suspect’s house at Offa Garaji area, Ilorin.
“The suspect was arrested but initially denied knowing her whereabouts.
“However, during a search of his house by the police, he confessed that she had visited him and allegedly died of an asthma attack.
“Upon further investigation, police discovered Yetunde’s dismembered body, hidden in a bowl, along with equipment used for the act.”
According to a source from the family who pleaded anonymity, Yetunde was last seen on Monday, February 10, 2025, while attending a naming ceremony.
“She received a call from a friend, stepped aside to answer, and then left.
“Since then, we’ve been searching for her everywhere, but no one knew her whereabouts.
” On Tuesday, her family reported her missing at Oja-Oba Police Station, Ilorin.
“The police used her phone number to trace her last call, which led them to a suspect, one Abdulrahman, living in the Offa Garage district area of Ilorin”, he said.
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