Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, governor of Kwara State, on Friday expressed dismay over another attack in Nuku community of Kaiama Local Government Area that led to the death of five forest guards as they repelled a midnight attack on their position.
The governor commended their bravery and patriotism, which saw the forest guards fiercely neutralising dozens of the terrorists during the unfortunate incident.
He said that the incident underscored the threats the terrorists pose to the local communities and urged the military high command to tweak their strategies in the fight against the bad faith actors.
“I commend the efforts of the security agencies in this theatre and urge them to do more.
“Nothing can truly compensate for the ultimate sacrifice that the fallen guards have made on our behalf. Our sincere condolences go to the families and communities of the forest guards. They will forever remain our heroes.
“We are, nevertheless, committed to supporting their families. I pray that Almighty God repose their beautiful souls and give us victory over these terrorists,” the governor said.
The governor has also constituted the Kwara State Security Strategy Committee comprising Kwara-born retired military generals and top security officers.
According to Bashir Adigun, Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, the committee consists of retired Major General GA Wahab (chairman); Maj. Gen. Yemi Abidoye; Maj-Gen. Abubakar Ndalolo; Rear Admiral Aliyu Lawal; Air Commodore ASA Buhari; AIG Aderemi Opadokun; and Lt. Col. WA Lawal.
Shuaib Abdulganiyu, permanent secretary, general services, will serve as the secretary of the committee.
The governor is scheduled to meet with the committee on April 10, 2026 for their inaugural meeting.
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