Woro kidnap victims regain freedom in Kwara

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By Demola Akinyemi

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Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Kwara State and Chairman of Kaiama Local Government, Abubakar Danladi, has confirmed the release of Woro kidnap victims by terrorists on Wednesday afternoon.

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Danladi, while confirming the development, told Vanguard in an interview that the victims are currently in Wawa cantonment in Niger State awaiting transportation to Kwara State.

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“Yes, it’s true that they have been released and I can’t tell for now whether ransom was paid or not.

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“They are currently in Wawa military cantonment in Niger State, because our people are not the only victims released.

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“But the office of Secretary to the State Government is currently arranging vehicles that will bring them to Ilorin.

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“So, I thank Almighty God that their release happened in my time and I’m very happy about it,” he said

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Also, the member representing Gwanabe/Gweria/Bani/Adena Constituency in the Kwara State House of Assembly, Hon. Saidu Baba Ahmed, confirmed the development.

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“Yes, the Woro kidnap victims have been released. I’m very, very excited about this development. We give thanks to President Bola Tinubu, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and our security operatives,” the lawmaker said.

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Earlier, Kwara State Government Wednesday afternoon announced in a terse and unsigned statement that Woro victims kidnapped by terrorists have been released.

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The statement obtained from the state government’s Facebook page reads: “Alhamdulillah and kudos to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, security forces, and everyone who played a role in this huge feat. We are grateful!”

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Recall that the attack on the Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State occurred on the evening of Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

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The assault resulted in the deaths of at least 162 to 170 people, with local and Red Cross estimates indicating the total toll may be as high as 170 to 200 killed.

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Additionally, over 170 people were reported abducted or missing during the raid.

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