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The Kwara State government has stated that it is working with security agencies and other stakeholders to ensure the safe return of all victims abducted by terrorists in the Woro community, including those seen in footage in the den of the terrorists.
The Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, made the declaration in a statement on Saturday, in which the government disclosed that it has taken cognisance of the video.
Naija News recalls that suspected Boko Haram insurgents released a disturbing video in which they paraded 176 abducted victims, including women, children and a nursing mother, allegedly seized from Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State.
The group, formally known as Jama’atu Ahlissunnah Lidda’awati wal-Jihad, was seen interrogating the captives in the footage released.
In its reaction, the state government said it is unable to confirm a definite figure on the number of victims, nor have the security agencies been able to give a confirmation as well.
The statement, however, added that Woro community leaders have been able to identify some of those in the video as members of their community.
Olukoju assured that the government is working with security agencies to ensure the safe return of the victims, assuring that regular updates would be given to members of the public as events unfold.
Below is the full statement: “The Kwara State Government is deeply concerned over the disturbing video released by terrorists earlier today, allegedly showing some persons taken during the tragic February 3 attack on Woro community. As always, our thoughts are with all the families affected, and we reaffirm our commitment to securing the safe return of all those impacted.
“We acknowledge the anxiety that this footage may cause. Government officials and security agencies are carefully analysing the video to establish the identities of the individuals shown.
“Since the incident, there have been varying accounts regarding the number of persons abducted. For this reason, neither the State Government nor security agencies have announced a definitive figure. Our priority remains the safe rescue of every affected citizen and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice.
“We have engaged Woro community leaders to assist in identifying individuals seen in the footage. As of now, a few persons have been preliminarily identified from the video as residents of Woro. Community representatives have also indicated that more individuals remain unaccounted for. It is important to note that some persons initially reported missing have since reunited with their families, while others may have temporarily relocated to neighbouring communities, including Wawa and New Bussa in Niger State.
“The Government’s response committee, led by His Highness Ahmed Ibn Muhammed, continues to work with security agencies, local authorities, and community stakeholders to coordinate efforts, humanitarian support, and the safe return of displaced persons.
“We assure the public that verified updates will be provided as more information becomes available through proper coordination with security and community leaders. We urge residents to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information, and continue cooperating with authorities.”
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