The Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has urged Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to intensify efforts to secure the release of the 176 women and children abducted from Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area, citing the recent rescue of kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers in neighbouring Oyo State as a model of responsive leadership.The victims wereabducted during a night raid on February 3, 2026, and have not been released despite military operations, government assurances and repeated public protests.The opposition party made the call in a statement issued on Saturday by its State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Adewara, while congratulating the Oyo State Government on the successful rescue of the victims after more than 50 days in captivity.The PDP described the operation as evidence that determined leadership, sustained public engagement and effective collaboration with security agencies could produce results in tackling insecurity.“The successful rescue in Oyo did not happen by accident. It happened because Governor Seyi Makinde showed true leadership, made the crisis his top priority, and worked closely with the Federal Government and security agencies,” the statement read.The party said the Oyo State Government’s response should serve as a lesson for the Kwara administration, arguing that the 176 women and children abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community had remained in captivity for over five months without sufficient urgency from the state government.“Our party is worried that while Oyo people celebrate the return of their citizens, Kwara State is left mourning under a government that simply does not care,” the statement said.“We cannot help but compare the Oyo success to the situation in Kwara, where about 176 innocent people abducted in Woro, Kaiama LGA, have been left in the kidnappers’ den since February 3, 2026.“Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. The victims wereabducted during a night raid on February 3, 2026, and have not been released despite military operations, government assurances and repeated public protests.The opposition party made the call in a statement issued on Saturday by its State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Adewara, while congratulating the Oyo State Government on the successful rescue of the victims after more than 50 days in captivity.The PDP described the operation as evidence that determined leadership, sustained public engagement and effective collaboration with security agencies could produce results in tackling insecurity.“The successful rescue in Oyo did not happen by accident. It happened because Governor Seyi Makinde showed true leadership, made the crisis his top priority, and worked closely with the Federal Government and security agencies,” the statement read.The party said the Oyo State Government’s response should serve as a lesson for the Kwara administration, arguing that the 176 women and children abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community had remained in captivity for over five months without sufficient urgency from the state government.“Our party is worried that while Oyo people celebrate the return of their citizens, Kwara State is left mourning under a government that simply does not care,” the statement said.“We cannot help but compare the Oyo success to the situation in Kwara, where about 176 innocent people abducted in Woro, Kaiama LGA, have been left in the kidnappers’ den since February 3, 2026.“Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. The opposition party made the call in a statement issued on Saturday by its State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Adewara, while congratulating the Oyo State Government on the successful rescue of the victims after more than 50 days in captivity.The PDP described the operation as evidence that determined leadership, sustained public engagement and effective collaboration with security agencies could produce results in tackling insecurity.“The successful rescue in Oyo did not happen by accident. It happened because Governor Seyi Makinde showed true leadership, made the crisis his top priority, and worked closely with the Federal Government and security agencies,” the statement read.The party said the Oyo State Government’s response should serve as a lesson for the Kwara administration, arguing that the 176 women and children abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community had remained in captivity for over five months without sufficient urgency from the state government.“Our party is worried that while Oyo people celebrate the return of their citizens, Kwara State is left mourning under a government that simply does not care,” the statement said.“We cannot help but compare the Oyo success to the situation in Kwara, where about 176 innocent people abducted in Woro, Kaiama LGA, have been left in the kidnappers’ den since February 3, 2026.“Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. The PDP described the operation as evidence that determined leadership, sustained public engagement and effective collaboration with security agencies could produce results in tackling insecurity.“The successful rescue in Oyo did not happen by accident. It happened because Governor Seyi Makinde showed true leadership, made the crisis his top priority, and worked closely with the Federal Government and security agencies,” the statement read.The party said the Oyo State Government’s response should serve as a lesson for the Kwara administration, arguing that the 176 women and children abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community had remained in captivity for over five months without sufficient urgency from the state government.“Our party is worried that while Oyo people celebrate the return of their citizens, Kwara State is left mourning under a government that simply does not care,” the statement said.“We cannot help but compare the Oyo success to the situation in Kwara, where about 176 innocent people abducted in Woro, Kaiama LGA, have been left in the kidnappers’ den since February 3, 2026.“Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “The successful rescue in Oyo did not happen by accident. It happened because Governor Seyi Makinde showed true leadership, made the crisis his top priority, and worked closely with the Federal Government and security agencies,” the statement read.The party said the Oyo State Government’s response should serve as a lesson for the Kwara administration, arguing that the 176 women and children abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community had remained in captivity for over five months without sufficient urgency from the state government.“Our party is worried that while Oyo people celebrate the return of their citizens, Kwara State is left mourning under a government that simply does not care,” the statement said.“We cannot help but compare the Oyo success to the situation in Kwara, where about 176 innocent people abducted in Woro, Kaiama LGA, have been left in the kidnappers’ den since February 3, 2026.“Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. The party said the Oyo State Government’s response should serve as a lesson for the Kwara administration, arguing that the 176 women and children abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community had remained in captivity for over five months without sufficient urgency from the state government.“Our party is worried that while Oyo people celebrate the return of their citizens, Kwara State is left mourning under a government that simply does not care,” the statement said.“We cannot help but compare the Oyo success to the situation in Kwara, where about 176 innocent people abducted in Woro, Kaiama LGA, have been left in the kidnappers’ den since February 3, 2026.“Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “Our party is worried that while Oyo people celebrate the return of their citizens, Kwara State is left mourning under a government that simply does not care,” the statement said.“We cannot help but compare the Oyo success to the situation in Kwara, where about 176 innocent people abducted in Woro, Kaiama LGA, have been left in the kidnappers’ den since February 3, 2026.“Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “We cannot help but compare the Oyo success to the situation in Kwara, where about 176 innocent people abducted in Woro, Kaiama LGA, have been left in the kidnappers’ den since February 3, 2026.“Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “Today makes it exactly 158 days that these citizens have been abandoned in the forest, completely ignored by the AbdulRazaq government.”The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. The PDP further alleged that communities affected by kidnapping and bandit attacks in Kwara had been left feeling abandoned, accusing the state government of failing to demonstrate sufficient commitment to addressing the security crisis.It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. It also alleged that the administration had become intolerant of criticism from citizens demanding stronger action against insecurity.Related NewsMorning recap: Northerners ask FG to replicate Oyo rescue operation, Oluremi Tinubu urges Davido, others to support poor, and other top storiesNigeria, Benin pledge stronger bilateral ties as envoy presents credentialsBishop’s wife urges women to remain committed to nation building“What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “What is even more disturbing is the way Governor AbdulRazaq treats critics and ordinary citizens who speak out. Instead of fighting bandits, this administration treats anyone who points out its failures as an enemy, using state institutions to hunt down and silence dissenting voices,” Adewara stated.The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. The opposition party also referred to an earlier protest by women from Ifelodun Local Government Area, alleging that they were assaulted while demanding the rescue of abducted relatives.“Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “Kwarans will not forget how elderly women from Ifelodun, who were peacefully protesting and begging the government to rescue their kidnapped loved ones, were brutally assaulted and humiliated right in front of the Government House, Ilorin, while the police and security operatives watched,” the statement added.Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. Drawing a comparison with events in Oyo State, the PDP commended Governor Seyi Makinde for engaging protesters and accepting public scrutiny during the rescue efforts.“Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “Meanwhile, in Oyo State, when protesters led by activist VeryDarkMan took to the streets, Governor Makinde did not send thugs to beat them. Instead, he joined them physically, explained the government’s efforts, and gave them his word. This shows that a determined leader sees critics as partners in progress, not as criminals to be thrown into a jail cell,” the party added.The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. The party also praised the people of Oyo State, media organisations, the Ratel Movement led by VeryDarkMan and other citizens for sustaining pressure on authorities until the victims regained their freedom.“Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “Instead of treating concerned citizens as adversaries, he acknowledged their concerns, personally engaged with protesters, explained the efforts of government and reassured them that every necessary step was being taken to secure the victims’ freedom,” the statement said.The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. The PDP urged Governor AbdulRazaq to take a cue from the Oyo experience and prioritise the rescue of the Woro abductees.“We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “We challenge Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to see this development as a wake-up call and immediately rescue the Woro children and pregnant women,” Adewara said.“We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. “We also call on all Kwara citizens, especially journalists, civil society groups, academics and public interest groups, to rise up and demand answers from the AbdulRazaq government regarding the Woro abductees and others still trapped in bandit camps.”Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned. Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kwara State Government were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report. Calls and text messages sent to the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, were not returned.