Governor AbdulRazaq Establishes High Level Military Committee Following Deadly Bandit Raid on Kwara Forest Guards

Governor AbdulRazaq appoints retired generals to a new security committee after bandits kill five forest guards in a midnight raid in Kaiama.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 10, 2026, 10:14 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Politics Nigeria

A Lethal Midnight Assault on Rural Security

The Kwara State Government has officially responded to a violent bandit attack in the Nuku community of Kaiama Local Government Area, which resulted in the deaths of five forest guards. According to local sources, the suspected bandits stormed a security outpost at approximately 3:00 a.m. on Friday, launching a coordinated assault that overwhelmed the personnel on duty. During the raid, the attackers reportedly set fire to motorcycles and destroyed patrol vehicles, leaving a trail of destruction before retreating into the surrounding wilderness.

Honoring the Sacrifice of Local Patriots

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq expressed profound grief over the incident, describing the slain guards as brave patriots who died while defending their communities. In a statement released through his Special Adviser on Media, Bashir Adigun, the Governor noted that the victims paid the ultimate price in a direct confrontation with armed assailants. He extended his sincere condolences to the families of the deceased, asserting that no compensation could truly match the sacrifice made, though the state has committed to providing them with ongoing support.

Strategic Response and the Formation of an Elite Committee

In an immediate effort to strengthen the state’s security architecture, Governor AbdulRazaq announced the creation of the Kwara State Security Strategy Committee. This body is composed exclusively of retired senior military and security officers of Kwara origin, bringing a wealth of tactical experience to the state's defense planning. The committee is expected to serve as a focused platform for deliberating on more effective methods to neutralize the persistent threat posed by criminal elements in rural corridors.