Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, a former presidential candidate for the New Nigeria Peoples Party, has condemned the deadly attacks on the Woro and Nuku communities in Kwara State’s Kaiama Local Government Area, calling the killings barbaric and warning the Federal Government not to take the deteriorating security situation lightly.
The attacks, which occurred on Tuesday evening, killed scores of citizens and displaced many towns, causing widespread indignation and renewing concerns about the growth of violent extremist organizations into previously tranquil sections of the country.
Kwankwaso responded with a post on X on Wednesday, saying he was very saddened and shocked by reports of mass casualties in afflicted regions.
“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.
Condemning the attack, the former Kano State governor described the incident as an act of terrorism that should not be allowed to gain ground anywhere in the country.
“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 terrorist groups were expanding their operations beyond traditional hotspots, placing increasing pressure on 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.
“With each passing day, the burden on our armed forces grows heavier, and the need for decisive, coordinated action becomes more urgent,” he said.
Kwankwaso also expressed condolences to the victims and the people of the state.
“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.
Chronicle NG reports that over 160 people were killed during coordinated attacks on the Woro and Nuku communities by suspected Islamic militants, while another deadly incident was recorded in Benue State, where bandits attacked the Abande community in the Kwande Local Government Area.
