The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has promised that the terrorists who murdered 75 people in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State will be arrested and brought to book.
The IGP has deployed tactical and intelligence assets to local government, following a violent attack in the area.
The Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement on Thursday, described the incident as “deeply painful and tragic,” while assuring that the perpetrators would be apprehended.
“The Nigeria Police Force strongly condemns the violent attack that occurred on Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026, in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, which has sadly resulted in the confirmed death of seventy-five persons,” he stated.
The police spokesman stated that the IGP extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Kwara State.
Egbetokun reassured the public that the police remained steadfast in its responsibility to protect lives and property.
“The IGP reassures the public that the Nigeria Police Force will continue to do everything necessary to guarantee the safety and security of all citizens,” Hundeyin stated.
He explained that the deployment of tactical, operational, and intelligence assets to Kaiama and surrounding communities was aimed at restoring calm, strengthening security presence, and preventing further acts of violence.
The FPRO disclosed that the Force had launched an intensive manhunt for the perpetrators and all individuals connected to the crime.
“Investigations are already underway, and all available resources have been mobilised to ensure that those responsible are identified, apprehended, and brought to justice. The perpetrators will not escape the long arm of the law,” he added.
Hundeyin urged members of the public to remain calm and support ongoing security efforts by providing timely and credible information.
He said such information could be reported at the nearest police station or through established police communication channels.
The attack comes amid rising insecurity in parts of North-Central Nigeria, with bandits and armed groups launching deadly assaults on rural communities.
