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From Jude Owuamanam, Jos
Two hundred natives of Ganawuri in Riyom Local Government Council of Plateau State have returned home following the 3 February 2026 terrorist attack in Woro community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State.
They were among about 1,000 indigenes of Plateau living in the community who were displaced following the attack.
The brutal attack on Woro and neighbouring villages left over 160 people dead, according to reports.
Gunmen had stormed the communities, killing residents at close range, burning homes and shops, and abducting dozens.
Several natives from the Aten community in Ganawuri had travelled to Kwara State to farm and engage in other commercial activities. They were going about their lawful duties when the attackers struck.
Deputy Chairman of Riyom Local Government Council, Gwong Gwya Song, disclosed this while receiving the returnees.
Song, who is also an indigene of Ganawuri, said: “707 persons from the attack are still displaced, in Kwara State or en route home, with some stranded without proper assistance.”
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The Aten community in Ganawuri lost over 20 members in the killings, deepening the grief across the ethnic group. So far, approximately 200 individuals have returned home from Woro.
“Those who returned are not in formal IDP camps but are staying with relatives, loved ones and family members who have provided shelter and support amid the destruction,” Hon Song added.
He said that Riyom Local Government Council has intervened by approving about ₦3 million to provide vehicles and cover transportation costs for the safer return of those displaced.
“We would be meeting with those displaced soon as we plan more aid, security and rehabilitation for returnees,” he added.
The deputy chairman also said that four members of the community were injured in the attack and are receiving treatment in Kwara, while about 10 others are still held captive by the gunmen.
The community plans a special remembrance day on Thursday to honour the dead and mourn the losses that have affected families across states.
A member of the community who gave his name as Timothy Lazarus called for urgent federal and state intervention for those who returned home.
He urged government to provide support for those still displaced, as well as stronger security measures to combat banditry and terrorism in rural areas.
