Families of people kidnapped during a deadly attack in Kwara State say more than N155 million raised as ransom did not secure the release of their loved ones, five months after the incident.
The attack occurred on February 3, 2026, when community leaders said more than 100 armed attackers invaded Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area. They said over 260 people were killed, more than 30 houses were burnt, and 176 residents were abducted.
Speaking to BBC Hausa, Alhaji Abdul Ibrahim, who represented the affected families, said he lost 10 relatives and still had 35 family members in captivity.
He said the community raised N155 million after the kidnappers demanded ransom, but the money was rejected.
“We raised N155 million and took it to them, but they refused to accept it, saying it was not enough. We returned with the money and have not heard from our
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