Tragic: Uber Driver Stabbed To Death In Lagos

An Uber driver, Yusfat Ayinde, was tragically stabbed to death by unknown assailants in Lagos, drawing strong disapproval from the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria.

The Lagos State chapter of the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria is mourning the death of a 42-year-old e-hailing driver, Yusfat Ayinde, who was fatally stabbed by unknown assailants on Friday.

Jaiyesinmi Azeez, the chairman of the union, confirmed the incident on Monday and shared details about the attack in one of the tragic news to come out of Nigeria. He explained that Ayinde was on duty when he received a ride request through the e-hailing app. Upon arriving at the designated pick-up location, Ayinde was ambushed by a group of attackers. During the assault, the assailants fatally stabbed Ayinde and stole his vehicle.

Azeez said, “Comrade Yusfat Olawale 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. According to our findings, Ayinde received a ride request through the e-hailing app, and upon arrival at the designated location, he was ambushed by a group of hoodlums who requested him. The assailants fatally stabbed Ayinde and subsequently stole his vehicle.”

The body of the deceased was found along Agidingbi Road in the Ikeja area of Lagos and was later taken to the morgue.

On Tuesday, Azeez expressed deep concern for the safety of union members and called for enhanced security measures for drivers in the area. He mentioned that the union’s task force had already begun an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ayinde’s death.

“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. Efforts are being made to track down the assailants and bring them to justice,” Azeez added. “The task force will coordinate with law enforcement to enhance investigative efforts and leverage technology in tracking the assailants.”

He also mentioned that discussions were taking place to implement more safety measures for e-hailing drivers, including emergency response systems and increased surveillance in high-risk areas.

“The union will continue to support Ayinde’s family and ensure they receive the 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 the future. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses,” he said of the news that has gripped app-based drivers in Nigeria.

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