The Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has raised concerns over insecurity, governance lapses, and alleged political intimidation in the state, using the official visit of the British Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ms Gill Lever, to draw attention to what it described as “deteriorating conditions” under the current administration.
Speaking at the PDP state secretariat in Ilorin on Monday May11, the State Chairman, Hon. Isa Bawa Adamu, said the visit was significant for democratic engagement and international partnership, noting that it reflects continued interest in Nigeria’s democratic development.
However, the party used the opportunity to express deep concern over what it described as worsening insecurity in Kwara State, claiming that the state has shifted from being one of Nigeria’s most peaceful to a “flashpoint of banditry and violent crimes.”
He alleged that more than 30 traditional rulers had been displaced from their communities due to repeated attacks, while over 600 people were reportedly killed between 2025 and 2026 in incidents of banditry.
The PDP chairman further referenced a recent attack in Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area, claiming over 200 people were killed and about 179 residents, including women and children, were abducted and remain in captivity.
Adamu raised concerns about security funding, alleging discrepancies in budget implementation. He also criticised what he described as underfunding and gross neglect of critical sectors such as education and healthcare.
On workers’ welfare, the PDP chairman said civil servants in Kwara are among the least paid in the region.
The opposition party also alleged increasing political harassment of its members, accusing state institutions including the judiciary of being used to suppress dissent. He further alleged grassroots-level intimidation, including salary withholding, transfers, and demotions of party members in public service.
Despite the concerns raised, the PDP chairman maintained that the party remains strong and confident ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He added that the party would continue to work with electoral and democratic institutions, including the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), to ensure credible elections.
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