Context

Viral reports of an alleged attack on a GUO Transport bus along the Ore-Benin expressway have reignited concerns about highway security. Passengers were reportedly abducted near military checkpoints, raising questions about the effectiveness of existing security measures. Although authorities, including the Edo State Police Command, have yet to confirm the incident, the route’s history of kidnappings adds to public anxiety. Why do such attacks persist even in areas with visible security presence? Are current strategies failing to deter criminal activity on major roads? And what immediate steps can be taken to restore confidence and safety for travelers?