The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has condemned the recent attacks in Kwara State, describing the continued killing of innocent Nigerians as unacceptable and deeply troubling.
She warned that the rising wave of violence across the country poses a serious threat to national peace, unity and stability.
Akpoti-Uduaghan’s reaction followed a deadly attack on Tuesday night on Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, where gunmen invaded the communities. While initial reports suggested that over 100 persons were feared dead, Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, later confirmed that 75 people lost their lives in the attack.
In a related incident, several residents were also killed when bandits attacked Abande community in Mbaikyor Ward of Turan, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State.
In a condolence message issued in Abuja on Thursday, the senator expressed sympathy with the families of the victims and affected communities, describing the attacks as senseless and tragic.
She lamented the persistent bloodshed and cautioned that unchecked insecurity could erode national cohesion, urging governments at all levels to take urgent and decisive action to halt the violence.
“The persistent killings of innocent Nigerians are unacceptable and deeply troubling. My heart goes out to families plunged into grief by these senseless acts,” she said.
Akpoti-Uduaghan stressed that protecting lives and ensuring justice must remain a top priority of government, adding that citizens’ safety should never be compromised.
She also called on federal and state authorities to move beyond rhetoric and implement coordinated, effective security measures to address the worsening situation nationwide.
According to her, prompt and transparent investigations into the Kwara attacks are necessary to ensure accountability and restore public confidence.
“Those responsible must be identified and brought to justice without delay. Impunity only emboldens criminals and deepens the suffering of our people,” she said.
The senator further noted that political leaders and security agencies bear both constitutional and moral responsibilities to prevent further bloodshed, advocating intelligence-driven policing and stronger community engagement to tackle the root causes of violence.
“These killings highlight the urgent need for a people-centred and effective security architecture. Our communities deserve to live without fear, and government at all levels must rise to this responsibility,” she added.
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