Motorboy-Cameroon Co-founder Raises Alarm Over Rising Killings of Transport Managers in Bamenda

The co-founder of Motorboy, a fast-growing transportation technology company revolutionizing logistics and travel coordination across Cameroon, has issued an urgent plea to stem the escalating wave of targeted killings of bus and transport managers in Bamenda. This spate of violence, now claiming multiple lives, has sent shockwaves through the transport sector and instilled deep fear among operators and passengers alike.

Motorboy Cameroon co-founder condemned the recent spate of violence, citing three tragic incidents that highlight the urgent need for intervention:

Recent Incidents

• May 2, 2025: Abdu, the newly appointed manager at Moghamo agency, was fatally shot in Bambui. Early reports suggest a premeditated attack, though the motives remain under investigation.

• January 8, 2025: Robert, president of the Batibo Drivers Union, was gunned down near Nchualam in Bamenda II subdivision between 5:30 and 6:00 a.m. The assassination left local communities traumatized and raised concerns of politically or economically motivated violence. (Source: Mimi Mefo Info)

• January 15, 2025: John Paul, manager of NSO Boys agency, was abducted from his home and killed; witnesses report that the assailants left a chilling message before fleeing. Sources say, Paul’s wife paid some guys to kill him. the sucking part is the wife is currently pregnant. (Source: Lantom Mary).
• On May 10, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in Bamenda, Cameroon, when a young man identified as Funwie from Bafut was killed after consuming a Brasseries du Cameroun product. Separatist fighters reportedly abducted him from a bar on Ayaba Street, accusing him of consuming what they term a “contraband drink,” and later found his lifeless body along Bafut Road the next morning((Source: Mimi Mefo Info)

“These are not isolated tragedies—they form a pattern of systemic threats against the backbone of our road networks,” warned Motorboy co-founder. “Transport managers and drivers are vital to the lifeblood of our cities. Allowing this violence to continue unchecked jeopardizes an entire economic sector and endangers thousands of families who depend on it.”

Impact on the Community The mounting violence in Bamenda has crippled movement in and out of the region, disrupted supply chains, and eroded public trust in local security. With concerted attacks on both civilian commuters and transport professionals, daily life has been paralyzed, and fear now shadows every journey.

Motorboy’s Response and Call to Action Motorboy has pledged to collaborate with transport unions, municipal authorities to develop comprehensive safety protocols tailored to the region’s needs:

• Emergency Alert Integration: Embedding a panic‑button feature within the Motorboy app for instant notifications to nearby app users and company support teams.
• Driver Training & Briefings: Hosting regular security workshops to train drivers and staff on risk avoidance, first‑response tactics, and communication best practices during critical incidents.
• Community Engagement: Amplifying the voices of transport workers through roundtable discussions, ensuring their firsthand experiences inform policy recommendations and peacebuilding efforts.

“Waiting for another tragedy is not an option,” Motorboy-Cameroon co-founder added. “Government bodies, civil society, and private enterprises like ours must unite to confront this crisis head‑on and restore safety on our roads.”

Motorboy continues to demand justice for the fallen managers and accountability for the perpetrators. As Bamenda grapples with insecurity, Motorboy reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding the transport community and creating a secure future for all who rely on road travel to work, visit family, and sustain the regional economy.

About Motorboy Motorboyapp.com is an online platform that modernizes intercity bus travel by allowing passengers to book tickets from major operators—such as Vatican Express, Amour Mezam, Moghamo Bus, Oasis Travel, Garanti Express, Nso Boyz and more—directly from their smartphones or via WhatsApp. By eliminating long queues and the uncertainty of traditional ticket systems in Cameroon/