How terrorists killed 75 in Kwara communities — Victim’s family

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Fresh details emerged on Wednesday on Tuesday’s attack on Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State by suspected terrorists.

A younger brother of the traditional ruler of Woro, Mr Ali Umar, told the News Agency of Nigeria that the attackers invaded the community shortly after 5pm.

He said the attackers arrived on motorcycles and surrounded the community before opening fire from different directions.

“They came around 5pm and completely surrounded the community.

“They started shooting sporadically from all angles so nobody could escape,” he said.

Umar explained that residents who attempted to flee were shot, while those who surrendered were gathered at the palace of the village head, where they were tied up and shot.

He further revealed that the wife of the traditional ruler of the community, Hauwa Umar, his mother, and three of his children were among those abducted during the attack.

“The chief’s wife, his mother and three of his children are missing.

“That makes five people from his household unaccounted for,” he added.

Umar said the community was thrown into panic, with many residents fleeing their homes and leaving the town almost deserted.

“The people were scared, and the community is now nearly empty.

“What we need now is increased security presence to restore confidence and allow people to return,” he said.

He noted that there had been prior intelligence reports of a possible attack, which were reportedly communicated to the local government authorities and shared with higher levels of government.