The Senate on Wednesday expressed deep concern over the worsening security situation in Kwara North Senatorial District, warning that persistent attacks by armed criminals could further destabilise communities if urgent action is not taken. The red chamber specifically lamented the continued captivity of women and children abducted during the Woro massacre, recurring attacks on communities, and the recent burning of the palace of the Emir of Yashikira by suspected criminals.
The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Senator Sadiq Suleiman Umar, who reminded lawmakers that security is the primary responsibility of the government as guaranteed under the Nigerian Constitution. Umar recalled that many victims abducted during the Woro massacre remain in captivity several months after the incident, while their families continue to suffer untold hardship and psychological trauma.
Following deliberations, the Senate unanimously adopted the motion, urging the Federal Government to strengthen security architecture in Kwara North through the establishment of additional military bases, deployment of more personnel and equipment, and intensified joint operations to flush out criminal elements from the Kainji Lake forest axis.
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Lawmakers also called on security agencies to intensify efforts to secure the release of all kidnapped victims still in captivity, and urged the Federal Government to rehabilitate and expand critical road infrastructure in Kwara North to improve accessibility and support security operations. The Senate also mandated its committees on National Security and Intelligence, Army, Air Force, Police Affairs, Works, and Special Duties to engage relevant stakeholders and report back within four weeks, and observed a minute of silence in honour of the victims killed in the attacks.
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