Kwara governor confirms three soldiers killed in bandit attack on Kemanji community

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq confirmed the deaths of three soldiers during a bandit attack on the Kemanji community in Kwara State's Kaiama Local Government Area. The governor stated that the soldiers were killed while repelling a terrorist attack on their position around 3 a.m. on Monday, preventing the attackers from accessing the community and kidnapping residents. Governor AbdulRazaq extended condolences to the families of the deceased, describing them as heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. He pledged continued state government support for the families of fallen security personnel and intensified efforts to protect lives and property. The attack, which reportedly followed a threat letter to the community, involved an intense gun battle between security agents and the attackers. Eyewitnesses reported that an explosive device was used against a military camp before the attackers entered the community. Sources also indicated that military patrol vehicles and motorcycles were stolen. Following the incident, aggrieved youths called for a temporary suspension of political activities, mourning the soldiers and emphasizing a moment of collective grief. A.K. Musa, a prominent community member, urged leaders to address the worsening insecurity and called for accountability from those unable to protect their people. This attack highlights a resurgence of violence in the Kaiama LGA, following previous incidents in April and February where forest guards were killed and numerous