Kwara State government reacts to shocking video of 170 kidnapped victims.
The news reaching our desk today has left many hearts heavy and the entire state in a state of shock. A video has surfaced online showing a massive crowd of over 170 people, mostly women and children, being paraded by terrorists in a thick forest. This “wahala” of insecurity seems to be taking a more daring and wicked dimension, especially as these criminals are now confident enough to show off their victims like trophies.
As an editor watching these events unfold, I can tell you that this is not just another headline. It is a direct slap on the face of our collective humanity.
The Kwara State Government, led by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has expressed deep anger and frustration over this development, vowing that the state will not sit idly by while its people are treated with such “yeye” disregard for life.
The painful sight of innocent women and children held in the forest
The “koko” of the matter is the heartbreaking condition of the people seen in that viral clip. From the footage, one could see that the abductees have been through a lot of suffering.
Many of them looked emaciated, tired, and completely broken by the harsh conditions of the bush. It is a very bitter pill to swallow when you realize that these are mothers, daughters, and little children who were simply going about their daily lives before this tragedy struck.
The terrorists were seen in the video boasting and making demands, a move that has sent shivers down the spines of families whose loved ones are still missing.
This kind of “shakara” from bandits is exactly what the government says must be stopped immediately before it becomes the new normal in the North Central region.
Security agencies and local hunters move to rescue the victims
In a swift response to this provocation, the government has given a matching order to all security formations in the state. We are talking about a joint operation involving the police, the military, and even the local hunters who know the terrain like the back of their hands.
The “ginger” among the security forces is high right now as they have been mandated to track down the location of the hideout and bring these people back home safely.
The Kwara State Government is working closely with neighboring states like Kogi and Ekiti, because these kidnappers often move across borders to escape justice.
It is a matter of urgency, and the authorities have promised that no stone will be left unturned in this rescue mission. We are hoping that the synergy between the formal security and the local vigilantes will yield the desired results “sharp sharp.“
Why we must end the cycle of insecurity in our communities.
At the end of the day, we must ask ourselves how we got to this point where over 100 people can be snatched and paraded without immediate intervention.
This incident should serve as a wake up call for everyone, not just the government. We need to be more vigilant in our communities and report any “funny” movements to the authorities before things get out of hand.
As a professional editor, I believe that while we blame the government for the lapses, we also owe it to ourselves to support the security agencies with the right information.
The safety of Kwara and indeed Nigeria is a collective responsibility. We cannot afford to let these criminals win. Our prayers and thoughts are with the families of those in the forest, and we look forward to the news of their safe return. Enough is enough.
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