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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Thursday expressed strong confidence that President Bola Tinubu’s deployment of troops via Operation Savannah Shield will restore lasting peace to Kaiama Local Government Area following a deadly terrorist attack.
Speaking to State House Correspondents after briefing President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, AbdulRazaq detailed the swift federal response. “Yes, I came to brief Mr. President about what happened in Kamaluka, Government of Kwara State, and also to thank him for the prompt action taken by establishing Operation Savannah Shield,” the governor stated.
He emphasised the operation’s potential impact, adding, “That will go a long way in deterring and bringing calm to the region in Kwara State.” AbdulRazaq highlighted immediate progress, noting that the first commander had already arrived. “Well, after meeting the President, I’m confident because as I speak to you, the First Commander for Operation Savannah Shield has reported in Kwara State, Ilorin, today. And he is hitting the ground running, and we rely on the military to do what they do best.”
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The governor directly quoted President Tinubu’s directive: “I mean, the President has directed the armed forces to move in, and to clean up the place and make sure peace and calm is restored.” AbdulRazaq affirmed the state’s ongoing partnership with security forces, saying the government would continue to rely on the military and other agencies to stabilise the affected communities.
The attacks occurred on Tuesday when suspected terrorists targeted Worro and Nuku communities in Kaiama, leaving scores feared dead.
