VP SHETTIMA LEADS FG DELEGATION TO CONDOLE WITH VICTIMS OF KWARA ATTACK, ASSURES RESTORATION OF PEACE

Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has reaffirmed the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to restore peace and tranquility in Nuku and Woro villages of Kaiama Local Government Area, Kwara State, following the deadly terrorist attacks on the communities.

The Vice President gave the assurance on Saturday while leading a Federal Government delegation to commiserate with the people of Kaiama Local Government Area and the Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, over the attacks which claimed several lives.

Senator Shettima disclosed that President Tinubu had ordered the deployment of a battalion of the Nigerian Army to Kaiama, stressing that all necessary measures were already being taken to rid the affected communities and the state at large of insecurity.

He also revealed that the President had directed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to mobilise resources, in collaboration with the Kwara State Emergency Management Agency, to provide relief and support to the distressed communities.

Addressing the Governor and residents, the Vice President said the visit was at the instance of President Tinubu to sympathise with the people over the tragic incident which occurred on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

According to him, the killings shocked Nigerians, noting that the victims were peaceful residents devoted to lawful livelihoods and religious practices conducted in harmony, as prescribed by Islamic teachings.

Senator Shettima conveyed the heartfelt condolences of President Tinubu and the Federal Government to the government and families of those who lost their lives, assuring them that security agencies were fully engaged to restore peace.

He, however, declined to disclose specific security strategies being implemented, explaining that security matters are sensitive. Nonetheless, he reiterated that the Federal Government was resolute in addressing the situation and restoring harmony in the affected areas.

Earlier, Chairman of the North East Governors Forum and Governor of Borno State, Babagana Umara Zulum, extended the condolences of the forum to the government and people of Kwara State. He offered prayers for the victims, expressing hope that such an incident would not recur.

Responding, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq commended the swift intervention of the Federal Government, confirming that troops were already on ground and that Operation Savannah Shield had commenced.

He noted that the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Second Division of the Nigerian Army and a Deputy Inspector General of Police were present in the state, while NEMA officials had been active since the incident occurred.

The Governor called for continued prayers for improved security across the country, pledging continued support for President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima in the task of national leadership.

Also speaking, Chairman of Kaiama Local Government Area, Hon. Abdullahi Abubakar Danladi, expressed appreciation to President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima for the immediate deployment of troops, and praised Governor AbdulRazaq for his leadership.

Similarly, the Emir of Kaiama, HRH Alhaji Mu’azu Shehu Omar, lauded the President for his prompt response, noting that security personnel and relevant agencies had been adequately deployed to address the situation.

Other dignitaries present during the visit included the Director-General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar; Senator Ali Mohammed Ndume; Managing Director of Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited, Engr. Jennifer Adighije; former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege; and members of the Kwara State House of Assembly, among others.

The visit underscores the Federal Government’s resolve to address insecurity and provide support to communities affected by violent attacks.