Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, former Senate President, has severely denounced the heinous attack on Nuku village in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State by armed bandits, which resulted in the deaths of five forest guards.
Saraki’s Press Officer on Local Matters, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, issued a statement on Friday calling the act “barbaric, senseless, and a painful loss not only to the affected families but to the entire state.”
He expressed deep grief over the unfortunate deaths of the brave forest guards who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty, emphasising that their sacrifice in defending their community would never be forgotten.
Saraki prayed to Allah to give the deceased eternal rest in Aljannah Firdaus, pardon their flaws, and reward their valour with the highest spot in Paradise.
He also expressed his profound sympathies to the Emir of Kaiama, the families of the dead guards, and the entire community, asking them to remain strong and united in the face of the tragedy.
While commending the bravery of security personnel and local forest guards in repelling the attack, Saraki emphasised the importance of continued vigilance and stronger collaboration among all security stakeholders to avert a repetition.
The former Senate President also urged appropriate authorities to increase efforts to expose and bring the perpetrators of the atrocious act to justice.
Saraki also prayed for ongoing peace, protection, and security in Kwara state and the country at large.