Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has condemned the terrorist attacks on Woro and Nuku communities in Kwara State, which reportedly killed at least 162 people.
Obi in a statement described the killings as more severe than what is witnessed in some countries at war, calling for urgent action to address Nigeria’s insecurity.
He expressed condolences to the families of the victims, the affected communities, and the government and people of Kwara State, saying “Every loss of innocent life is tragic, and these killings represent a major failure for us as a nation”.
He urged authorities to restore peace, apprehend and prosecute those responsible, and reassure Nigerians that their lives are valued and protected.
Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has ordered the deployment of soldiers to the affected communities, with the military launching Operation Savannah Shield to checkmate terrorists and protect vulnerable communities.
