Union mourns App-Based Transporters of Nigeria driver

Godstime Simon

The Union App-Based Transporters of Nigeria mourns the passing of a 42-year-old e-hailing driver, Yusfat Ayinde.

It was learnt that Ayinde was stabbed to death by unidentified persons on Friday.

The Chairman of the union, Jaiyesinmi Azeez, who confirmed the incident on Monday, said the deceased was on duty in the evening when he was attacked.

He said: “Ayinde received a ride request through an e-hailing app and arrived at the designated location, where a group of hoodlums ambushed him.”

“The assailants fatally stabbed him in the process and fled with his vehicle.”

Another member of the union, Yusfat Olawale, who identified Ayinde as one of their members, said he was the administrator of a professional chauffeur in the state. He added that Ayinde was tragically murdered in a brutal attack initiated by unidentified assailants.

“Ayinde is our member and the admin of a body of Professional Chauffeurs in the state. He was tragically murdered in a brutal attack initiated by unidentified assailants.

“The deceased’s remains were dumped along the Agindigbi Road in the Ikeja area of the state from where it was conveyed to the morgue,” Olawale said.

Azeez expressed concern over the safety of members of the union and advocated increased security measures for drivers in the area.

He added that the union had through its task force initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ayinda’s murder.

He said, “The task force is currently working in collaboration with the family and other authorities to gather evidence and identify the app through which the ride request was made.

“The task force will coordinate with law enforcement to enhance investigative efforts and leverage technology in tracking the assailants.”

Azeez explained that discussions were underway to implement additional safety protocols for e-hailing drivers, including possible emergency response systems and increased surveillance in high-risk areas.

“The union will continue to support Ayinde’s family and ensure they receive necessary assistance during this tragic time.

The Lagos State Task Force is committed to ensuring that justice is served and that steps are taken to prevent such incidents in future.

“Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses,” he noted.