07/08/2026
RT. HON. Zakari Mohammed WELCOMES THE RELEASE OF THE YASHIKIRA ROYAL FAMILY MEMBERS, COMMENDS SECURITY AGENCIES, AND CALLS FOR DECISIVE ACTION AGAINST TERRORISTS.
I receive with profound gratitude to Almighty Allah the cheering news of the safe release and return of the members of the Yashikira Royal Family who were abducted during the unfortunate terrorist attack on the Emir's Palace.
This joyful development has brought relief not only to the Emirate but also to the entire people of Baruten Local Government Area, Kwara North Senatorial District, Kwara State, and all lovers of peace across Nigeria.
I congratulate His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ambassador Umar Sarki Usman, the Emir of Yashikira, the Royal Family, and the resilient people of Yashikira and Baruten on this momentous occasion. Their courage, patience, and unwavering faith throughout this painful period are truly commendable.
I sincerely appreciate the gallant security agencies, whose professionalism, commitment, and sacrifices contributed immensely to this successful outcome.
I also thank the Federal Government and the Kwara State Government for their efforts and support throughout the Similarly the local Hunters and vigilante groups in the area must be commended for their Bravery and patriotism.
While we celebrate this welcome development, it is imperative to stress that this should not mark the end of government intervention. The growing activities of the Lakurawa terrorist group, which has turned the Kainji Lake National Park and its surrounding forests into operational hideouts, remain a grave threat to the safety of our people.
I therefore call on the Federal Government, in collaboration with the Kwara State Government and relevant security agencies, to establish permanent security structures, including well-equipped military and other security formations, across vulnerable communities in Baruten, Kaiama, and other parts of Kwara North. The terrorists must be flushed out completely, their camps dismantled, and the Kainji Lake National Park reclaimed from criminal elements.
Our people deserve to live without fear. Sustainable peace can only be achieved through continuous security presence, effective intelligence gathering, and coordinated operations that permanently eliminate these criminal networks.
As we rejoice with the Emirate over the safe return of the victims, let us remain united in our collective resolve to restore lasting peace and security to our communities.
May Almighty Allah continue to protect our traditional institutions, strengthen our security personnel, comfort all victims of insecurity, and grant lasting peace to Yashikira Emirate, Baruten Local Government Area, Kwara State, and Nigeria.
E-Signed:
Rt. Hon. Zakari Mohammed
Governorship Candidate, African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kwara State
6 August 2026.
