Rabiu Kwankwaso has condemned the deadly attacks on Woro and Nuku communities in Kwara State, warning the Federal Government against taking Nigeria’s worsening security situation lightly
Former New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has condemned the deadly attacks on Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, describing the killings as barbaric and warning that the Federal Government must take urgent action.
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The attacks, which occurred on Tuesday evening, claimed dozens of lives and displaced several residents, sparking nationwide outrage and renewed concerns about the spread of violent extremist groups into previously peaceful parts of the country.
In a post on X on Wednesday, Kwankwaso said he was deeply saddened and horrified by reports of mass casualties in the affected communities.
“I am deeply saddened and horrified by the reported massacre of at least 162 innocent lives in the communities of Woro and Nuku in Kwara State,” he said.
The former Kano State governor described the assault as an act of terrorism that must not be allowed to take root anywhere in Nigeria.
“This barbaric attack is condemnable in the strongest terms. It was carried out by terrorist elements that must not be tolerated or allowed to fester in any part of our nation,” Kwankwaso said.
He warned that violent groups were expanding beyond traditional hotspots, placing increasing strain on the country’s security agencies.
“As I have consistently warned, the Federal Government cannot afford to treat these developments lightly. These violent groups are steadily expanding their reach into regions that were once peaceful and secure,” he said.
“With each passing day, the burden on our armed forces grows heavier, and the need for decisive, coordinated action becomes more urgent.”
Kwankwaso also extended condolences to the families of the victims, the people of Kwara State and the state government.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the entire people of Kwara State, and the state government during this profound tragedy. May God grant the departed eternal rest and comfort all who mourn,” he added.
Earlier reports had indicated that more than 100 people were feared killed during coordinated attacks on the communities by suspected Islamic militants.
However, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq later confirmed that 75 residents were killed.
Addressing residents at the palace of the Emir of Kaiama on Wednesday night, AbdulRazaq said the victims were “local Muslims massacred for refusing to surrender to extremists preaching a strange doctrine.”
The governor disclosed that President Bola Tinubu had approved the immediate deployment of an army battalion under Operation Savannah Shield to conduct counter-offensives against the attackers.
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Police authorities said the assault began around 6 p.m. on Tuesday, adding that security personnel have since been deployed to the affected areas, while investigations into casualties and missing persons are ongoing.
