Meanwhile, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday, ordered the immediate deployment of tactical, operational and intelligence assets to Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq stated that the deployment of troops under Operation Savannah Shield would deter further attacks and restore peace in Kaiama and its surrounding areas. “I came to brief Mr President about what happened in Kaiama Local Government Area and to thank him for the prompt action taken. Guterres stated on his X handle, “I strongly condemn the terrorist attack of 3 February, in Kwara State, Nigeria. “I strongly condemn the terrorist attack of 3 February in Kwara State, Nigeria.

Source: Punch February 06, 2026 05:40 UTC