Tinubu orders army deployment to Kaiama after boko haram attack in Kwara
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate deployment of an army battalion to Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State following a deadly overnight attack by suspected Boko Haram terrorists on Worro community.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President said the newly deployed military formation will lead Operation Savannah Shield, aimed at neutralising the terrorists and safeguarding vulnerable communities in the area.
President Tinubu strongly condemned the attack, describing it as cowardly and barbaric, and criticised the assailants for targeting defenceless villagers. He expressed outrage that the attackers killed community members who rejected attempts to indoctrinate them into extremist ideology.
According to the President, the victims demonstrated courage by refusing to embrace violent extremism, choosing instead a peaceful and non-violent practice of Islam. He commended the community for standing against terror despite the grave risks involved.
The President also called for close collaboration between federal and state authorities to provide relief to affected residents and ensure that those responsible for the killings are brought to justice.
President Tinubu prayed for the repose of the souls of the victims and extended his condolences to bereaved families, as well as to the people and government of Kwara State.
The federal government reiterated its commitment to intensifying security operations to prevent further attacks and restore peace to the affected communities.
