The United Nations, United States, and Türkiye have condemned the deadly attack on communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, which left at least 75 people dead.
In a statement posted on X, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the incident as a terrorist attack and expressed condolences to the families of the victims and the Nigerian government.
He said he strongly condemned the attack of February 3 in Kwara State and wished a speedy recovery to those injured.
The United States Mission in Nigeria also condemned the killings, describing them as horrific and senseless.
The US said it welcomed President Bola Tinubu’s directive to deploy security forces to protect affected communities and his order for federal and state authorities to provide relief and bring the perpetrators to justice.
Türkiye, in a statement issued by its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said it was deeply saddened by the loss of lives and strongly condemned the attack.
The Turkish government pledged continued support for Nigeria’s fight against terrorism.
Gunmen had attacked Woro and neighbouring Nuku communities, killing residents, burning shops, and destroying the residence of a traditional ruler, forcing many villagers to flee.
Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, described the incident as a “pure massacre” and confirmed that at least 75 victims had been buried.
President Tinubu has ordered the deployment of an army battalion under Operation Savannah Shield to reinforce security in the state.
Political groups, including a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party and the Northern States Governors’ Forum, have also condemned the killings.
