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Bandit attack in Kwara State's Kemanji community leaves soldiers dead, residents in panic

A recent bandit attack in the Kemanji community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, resulted in multiple fatalities, including soldiers. The incident, which occurred around 3:00 a.m. on Monday, was reportedly preceded by a threat letter from the assailants. Attackers fired indiscriminately and used an explosive device on a military camp before engaging security operatives, including the Nigerian Army and local vigilantes, in a gun battle that lasted until approximately 5:00 a.m. Casualties were reported among security personnel, with several soldiers losing their lives and a local vigilante member reportedly shot. The attackers also allegedly stole military patrol vehicles and motorcycles. Residents expressed panic, and many have fled the area. Aggrieved youths in the area have called for a temporary halt to political activities, declaring a period of collective grief. A.K Musa, a prominent community member and former President of Students Union Government, condemned the escalating insecurity and urged leaders to take decisive action, calling for accountability from both political and traditional leaders. Efforts to get an official police statement were unsuccessful. This attack follows other recent violent incidents in Kaiama LGA, including the killing of five National Forest Guard members in April 2026 and an attack in February where over 200 residents were reportedly killed and 176 abducted in Woro and Nuku communities.