…Strategic session follows assessment tour of flashpoints in Kwara North and South
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, on Tuesday held a high-level security meeting with the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, at the Government House in Ilorin.
The meeting comes on the heels of recent security developments in some parts of Kwara North and Kwara South, where activities of non-state actors have been reported. The governor’s engagement with the military leadership is part of a broader strategy to reinforce the state’s security framework and prevent a deterioration of peace in affected areas.
Governor AbdulRazaq had earlier led a joint security delegation on an operational assessment tour to Kaiama Local Government Area, one of the flashpoints in Kwara North. The visit was aimed at evaluating the situation on the ground and fine-tuning the government’s response to emerging threats.
During the closed-door meeting, both leaders discussed tactical measures to address the security concerns and strengthen collaboration between the state government and the Nigerian Army.
Lieutenant General Oluyede commended Governor AbdulRazaq for his continuous support to the military, particularly citing the recent donation of vehicles and motorcycles to the 22 Armoured Brigade of the Nigerian Army. He described the state government’s backing as instrumental in enhancing mobility and surveillance across remote terrains in the state.
“We appreciate the Governor’s unrelenting support to the Nigerian Army. It has enabled our officers to respond more effectively to security issues. We assure His Excellency of our full cooperation and coordination with other security agencies to ensure that Kwara remains safe,” Oluyede said.
Governor AbdulRazaq reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property across the state, adding that security remains his top priority.
“Our government is fully committed to providing the necessary support for our security agencies. Kwara must not be a breeding ground for criminal elements,” the Governor said.
Since assuming office in 2019, Governor AbdulRazaq has ramped up support for security agencies in Kwara, providing logistics, mobility tools, and operational funding as part of a comprehensive effort to safeguard the state. These interventions have been widely acknowledged for helping security operatives secure forests and vulnerable communities.
The governor emphasized that peace is non-negotiable and said his administration would remain proactive in addressing threats before they escalate.
More actions are expected to follow in the coming days as the state government and security forces intensify efforts to ensure sustained peace across Kwara.
