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Security operatives have arrested three individuals suspected to be involved in the February 3, 2026 attack on Woro village in Kaiama Local Government Area, Kwara State.
The arrests were confirmed on Thursday by Ibraheem Abdullateef, Senior Special Assistant on Media to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who shared the update on Facebook.
According to Abdullateef, the suspects were apprehended in Kaiama while attempting to purchase a motorcycle, based on actionable intelligence.
“The suspects came into Kaiama under the guise of buying a motorcycle but were intercepted by security operatives acting on credible intelligence,” he said.
Abdullateef added that the suspects are cooperating with investigators to assist in rescuing abducted victims and restoring peace in affected communities.
“They are cooperating with authorities to aid ongoing investigations, facilitate the release of abductees, and strengthen security in the state,” he stated.
The arrests follow coordinated attacks on Woro and neighboring Nuku communities, which resulted in significant casualties and abductions.
Reports indicate that between 162 and over 200 people were killed, while around 176 residents, including women and children, were reportedly taken captive.
A video that surfaced in mid-February appeared to show some victims in captivity.
Governor AbdulRazaq condemned the attack as a “cowardly act” against innocent citizens. In response, President Bola Tinubu deployed military personnel to the area and launched a security operation codenamed “Operation Savannah Shield.”
Security agencies have since intensified operations in Kaiama and surrounding communities to track down other suspects and secure the release of those still in captivity.
