Kwankwaso Condemns Kwara Killings, Calls for Urgent Federal Action

Former New Nigeria Peoples Party presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has strongly 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 nation’s worsening security situation must not be taken lightly.

The attacks, which occurred on Tuesday evening, resulted in heavy casualties and forced residents to flee their homes, raising fresh concerns over the spread of violent extremist groups into previously peaceful areas.

In a statement shared on X on Wednesday, Kwankwaso said he was deeply disturbed by reports of mass killings in the affected communities, describing the incident as an act of terrorism that should not be allowed to gain a foothold anywhere in the country. He warned that violent groups were expanding beyond traditional hotspots, placing increasing pressure on the nation’s security forces.

Kwankwaso urged the Federal Government to take decisive and coordinated action, stressing that the growing reach of extremist violence poses a serious threat to national stability. He also expressed condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Kwara State, praying for comfort for those affected by the tragedy.

Earlier reports had suggested that over 100 people were killed in the attacks, though Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq later confirmed that 75 residents lost their lives. The governor said the victims were local Muslims who were killed for refusing to submit to extremist demands, a statement he made while addressing residents at the Emir of Kaiama’s palace.

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