Shettima leads FG team to Kwara, vows swift action

…After terror attack claims lives in Kaiama

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja

Vice President Kashim Shettima led a high-powered Federal Government delegation to Kwara State yesterday, consoling victims and leaders over a deadly terrorist attack on Nuku and Woro villages in Kaiama Local Government Area that claimed several lives on Tuesday, February 3.

Shettima reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to restoring peace, announcing the deployment of an Army battalion to the area and directing the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to partner with Kwara’s emergency agency in providing relief to affected communities.

“Your Excellency, we are here at the behest of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to commiserate with you and the good people of Kaiama and Kwara State. That tragic killing shocked Nigerians because the victims were peaceful members of the communities,” Shettima said, extending heartfelt condolences on behalf of the President and Federal Government.

He assured that efforts were on deck to ensure the restoration of peace and tranquility while noting that security operations remain confidential.

“Security issues are sensitive. But I’m here fundamentally to commiserate and to reassure the good people of the state of harmony. Our prayers are with you, our empathy is with you,” the Vice President added.

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State, Chairman of the North East Governors Forum, also condoled with Kwara, praying: “As Muslims, we believe in destiny… Almighty Allah will forgive those that have lost their lives and grant them Aljannah firdaus.”

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq commended the federal response, confirming troops were on ground via Operation Savannah Shield.

“We truly appreciate the response of the Federal Government. We will continue to support our President, the Vice President and our leadership for God to guide them,” he said, urging continued prayers for national security.

Kaiama Local Government Chairman Abdullahi Danladi and Emir HRH Alhaji Mu’azu Shehu Omar echoed gratitude for the prompt military deployment. Dignitaries at the event included NEMA Director-General Zubaida Umar and Senator Ali Ndume, among others.