On Monday, residents of Lafiagi in the Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State protested to express their dissatisfaction with what they called escalating insecurity in their communities. They highlighted repeated incidents of terrorism, kidnapping, and killings as major concerns.
The protesters, mainly young people from the region, expressed their frustration at what they described as government inaction amid ongoing violence.
In a video clip, they were observed chanting songs of solidarity and waving placards, calling for urgent action to halt the bloodshed and abductions that are disrupting daily life.
The enraged youths torched the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) office in Lafiagi and caused extensive damage to the Emir of Lafiagi's palace, breaking windows and damaging sections of the structure.
"We've been suffering quietly," a resident expressed in the video. "Kidnappings occur every week, and we can't sleep peacefully anymore. No one is addressing it—not the governor, not the chairman, nor even the Emir."
According to sources, the protest was sparked by mounting frustration over ongoing attacks and inadequate responses from local and state authorities.
"The young people are worn out, and the government has yet to take any decisive action," a source mentioned. "The rise in attacks is what sparked today's protest."
The turmoil apparently intensified as demonstrators advanced toward important government structures, such as security agency offices. Eyewitnesses reported that the NDLEA facility was set on fire during the protest.
In recent weeks, Lafiagi and nearby communities have faced numerous abductions, with several residents still being held hostage.
It has been reported that the families of the victims have paid large ransoms to ensure their loved ones are released.
It has been reported that three Fulani women were kidnapped in the area on Sunday.
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