Bandits attack Kwara village, kill five forest guards
Suspected bandits launched another violent attack on Nuku village in Kwara State, killing five forest guards. The assailants arrived in large numbers, causing panic and destroying property. Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, spokesperson for the Kwara State Police Command, said she was yet to be briefed on the incident. The attack has intensified fear among residents already troubled by previous assaults and ongoing abductions.
What happened
- The attack occurred in the early hours of April 10, 2026, when bandits stormed Nuku village and killed several people, including newly recruited forest guards.
- The attackers set motorcycles and police patrol vehicles ablaze during the assault.
- A recent video dated April 8 showed abducted villagers from Woro and surrounding communities pleading for government intervention.
- Captives in the video stated they had been held since February 3 and included women, children, and pregnant women.
- The Kwara State Government, represented by Bolanle Olukoju, expressed concern over the abductions and reaffirmed commitment to rescue efforts, while cautioning against speculation on the exact number of abducted persons.
