Fear grips Kwara as the death toll from the Lakurawa attack in Woro and Nuku rises to over 160 innocent residents.
 |
| Emir palace in woro burnt |
The quiet atmosphere of Woro and Nuku communities in Kwara State has been shattered following a gruesome attack that has claimed at least 160 lives.
What began as a terrifying raid on Tuesday evening turned into a full-scale massacre by Wednesday morning. Terrorists, identified by authorities as members of the Lakurawa group, reportedly stormed the villages near the Benin Republic border. They demanded that locals pledge allegiance to their extremist laws.
When the brave villagers refused to submit, the gunmen took a brutal turn. Witnesses describe a chilling scene where victims were rounded up, their hands tied, and then executed in cold blood.
Houses and shops were not spared, as the attackers burned a large part of the community to the ground.
Currently, the confirmed death toll sits between 162 and 170. However, rescue teams fear this number could rise. Many residents who fled into the bushes with gunshot wounds have not been seen since.
Even more concerning is the fate of the traditional ruler, Alhaji Salihu Umar; his palace was razed, and his whereabouts remain unknown.
Security forces and Red Cross officials are currently on the ground in the Kaiama Local Government Area. However, the remote nature of the villages and extremely poor road conditions are making the recovery of bodies very difficult.
The Kwara State Government has reacted strongly, condemning the massacre as a "cowardly" act. Officials believe the group is hitting back due to increased military pressure on their hideouts.
For now, the survivors are left mourning as they wait for more security to reach their borders.
0 Comments