At Least 162 Dead in Nigeria’s Woro Village Attack, Red Cross Reports. Ilorin, Nigeria — 2026-02-04 Lead Paragraph: At least 162 people have been killed in an attack on Woro village in Kwara state, western Nigeria, according to a Red Cross official.
The incident, which has been described as one of the deadliest in recent months, has raised concerns about the ongoing security crisis in the region.
The attack, which occurred on Tuesday evening, involved gunmen who invaded the village and set fire to shops and the traditional king’s palace, according to Sa’idu Baba Ahmed, a local lawmaker.
The whereabouts of the traditional king remain unknown. Kwara state governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq condemned the attack, blaming it on “terrorist cells “and linking it to ongoing counter-terrorism campaigns in the state.
The Nigerian military has been conducting operations against jihadists and armed bandits, claiming to have neutralized numerous fighters.
The government’s attribution of the attack to “terrorist cells “suggests an emphasis on the threat of organized terrorism.
The Vision of Humanity report indicates that the area where the attack occurred is known for jihadist activity, though the specific group responsible for the attack has not been identified.
Banditry is also a significant issue in Nigeria’s north-west, with attacks often involving highly mobile, armed groups.
The UNIDIR report highlights the problem of banditry in the region, which could potentially be a contributing factor to the violence in Woro village.
The situation in Woro village remains tense as authorities continue to investigate the attack.
Further details are expected as the search for more bodies continues.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
