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PDP leader criticizes military over Kwara community killings
Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, a former presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, has condemned the killings in the Woro community of Kwara State. He described the incident as a stark example of Nigeria’s deteriorating rural security and criticized the slow military response. Olawepo-Hashim questioned why the Nigerian Air Force did not intervene promptly, despite having the capability. He also raised concerns about prior warnings and the withdrawal of security forces before the attack.
Key takeaways
- Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim called the Woro killings unprecedented and criticized mere condolences as inadequate.
- He questioned the lack of aerial intervention, noting the Air Force's proximity and past rapid responses.
- Reports indicated attackers sent a threat letter and security agencies were alerted before the incident.
- Olawepo-Hashim highlighted that security forces arrived only after the attackers had left, with no arrests made days later.
- He urged the Federal Government and security agencies to provide a detailed operational account and implement reforms for rural security.
