Five students travelling from Gombe State to Lagos for Industrial Training (IT) placements have reportedly died in a road accident involving a GUO Logistics truck along the Ijebu–Epe Road.
The accident occurred on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, according to a statement issued by the President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Akinteye Babatunde Afeez.
Afeez said the truck allegedly veered out of its lane and collided with the bus conveying the students in the opposite direction, killing five occupants instantly.
He identified the deceased as Isiyaku Sa’idu, Maigana Mohammed, popularly known as Abbati, Anas Abubakar, who was driving the bus, Zaiyanu Bajoga, and Abubakar Ibrahim.
The NANS president described the incident as a devastating loss, noting that the students were travelling to Lagos in pursuit of opportunities to complete their Industrial Training programmes.
He also raised concerns over the alleged conduct of GUO Logistics representatives at the accident scene.
According to Afeez, the company’s representatives allegedly appeared more concerned about protecting the company’s image than addressing the needs of the victims and their families.
He further alleged that a staff member of the company attempted to remove or erase the GUO Logistics name from the truck following the crash.
Afeez said NANS had yet to receive confirmation that the company had contacted the families of the deceased or taken adequate responsibility for injured victims receiving treatment in hospital.
He expressed concern that the injured victims could be left without sufficient medical care if the necessary support was not provided.
“This is unacceptable! Human lives must matter more than corporate reputation,” he said.
The NANS president called for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident and urged the relevant authorities to ensure that anyone found responsible was held accountable.
He stressed that the families of the deceased deserved justice, while the injured victims should receive adequate medical treatment and support.
Afeez added that the association would continue to gather information about the incident and make its findings and intended actions public.
He said although the lives lost could not be restored, a comprehensive investigation was necessary to establish the circumstances surrounding the crash and determine responsibility.
The NANS president also warned against any attempt by companies to place corporate reputation above human life and dignity.
He demanded answers from GUO Logistics regarding the circumstances of the accident, the welfare of the injured victims and the company’s alleged conduct at the scene.
