(DDM) – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kwara State has raised alarm over the escalating insecurity affecting residents across the state.
Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) gathered that the party’s Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ibraheemalfa Abdulrasheed Gbagba, issued the warning in an open letter dated September 25, 2025, and addressed to Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq at Government House, Ilorin.
In the strongly worded letter, the ADC described the present security situation in Kwara as “alarming and unacceptable,” stressing that kidnappings, armed robbery, and banditry were eroding public confidence.
The party accused the state government of not responding quickly enough to the fears of ordinary citizens, especially in rural communities where attacks have become more frequent.
According to the ADC, several local government areas in Kwara have recently witnessed abductions of farmers, schoolchildren, and traders, with families forced to pay heavy ransoms.
Security reports also indicate that major highways linking Ilorin to neighbouring states have become dangerous, with travelers ambushed by armed gangs.
Residents of Baruten, Kaiama, Edu, and Ifelodun local government areas are said to be particularly vulnerable, with increasing incidents of night raids and attacks on villages.
Comrade Gbagba insisted that “every Kwara citizen deserves to live without fear of violence or intimidation,” and called on Governor Abdulrazaq to take bold action.
He urged the deployment of more security operatives to hotspots, especially along highways and border communities that criminal elements now exploit.
The letter also called for improved intelligence gathering and closer collaboration between the police, Department of State Services, and local vigilantes.
The ADC emphasized that community policing was vital, urging the government to empower local vigilantes, hunters, and traditional institutions to serve as first responders.
Beyond security operations, the party noted that poverty, youth unemployment, and lack of opportunities were driving young people into crime.
Comrade Gbagba therefore urged the Abdulrazaq administration to address socio-economic deprivation as part of a holistic strategy to end insecurity.
The ADC letter comes at a time when many Kwara residents have expressed frustration over rising living costs, lack of jobs, and worsening public safety.
Civil society organizations in Ilorin have also staged protests in recent months, demanding government accountability and better protection for citizens.
Political observers believe the ADC’s open letter is not only a public outcry but also a strategic move to position the party as a voice for the people.
Security analysts argue that Kwara, long considered one of Nigeria’s more peaceful states, is now becoming vulnerable due to porous borders with Niger State, Kogi State, and parts of the North West.
They warn that if unchecked, the state could soon face the same level of criminal infiltration witnessed in Zamfara, Kaduna, and Niger states.
Governor Abdulrazaq, who also serves as Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, has previously pledged that his administration would prioritize security and partner with federal agencies.
However, critics say concrete results are yet to be seen, as kidnapping and bandit attacks continue to spread into previously safe zones.
The ADC’s intervention is expected to increase political pressure on the governor, especially with opposition parties already mobilizing for 2027 elections.
Residents and traditional rulers across the state are now waiting to see whether the governor will respond to the ADC’s demands or remain silent.
For now, Kwara citizens continue to live under uncertainty, hoping that urgent measures will be taken to restore peace and stability in the state.
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