The United States has condemned the deadly assault on communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, describing the incident as horrific and expressing support for Nigeria’s security response.
In a statement shared on Friday, the US Mission in Nigeria extended condolences to the families of victims and noted that more than 160 people were feared killed, although official casualty figures remain unclear.
Earlier, the Nigeria Police confirmed 75 deaths, while local sources and international observers suggested a significantly higher toll.
The US also welcomed President Bola Tinubu’s directive to deploy security personnel to the affected communities and provide humanitarian support to victims.
It commended ongoing efforts by federal and state authorities to protect residents and bring those responsible for the violence to justice.
The attack on Woro and Nuku communities has triggered widespread concern within Nigeria and internationally, drawing reactions from global stakeholders, including the United Nations and the Republic of Türkiye.
In response to the killings, President Tinubu ordered the deployment of an army battalion to Kaiama and approved the establishment of a new military command structure to coordinate security operations and reinforce protection for vulnerable communities.
