Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has called for urgent deployment of additional security personnel to the Ekiti Local Government Area, particularly the Eruku axis, to curb the recent wave of attacks targeting the community.

According to a statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, “The Governor has sought immediate deployment of more security operatives to support the existing security architecture in the area.

He requested that this new measure be activated immediately.”

Governor AbdulRazaq condemned the attack on the Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku on Tuesday, expressing sympathy and solidarity with the victims, their families, and the local community.

“The state government will continue to support the security agencies to tackle these challenges and ensure the safety of lives and properties across the state,” the statement added.

The Governor also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for deploying 900 additional troops to Kwara State, describing the move as a positive step toward strengthening security.

“We have indeed seen appreciable calm in many areas previously affected. We sincerely thank the President for this. We are confident that the additional troops will provide further deterrence, overall safety for our people, and permanent calm,” the statement noted.