Gunmen have struck again in Kwara State, abducting 10 people in a fresh attack that has heightened fears of rising insecurity in the North-Central region.

The incident occurred on Friday night when armed attackers invaded a community in the southern part of the state. Residents said the gunmen stormed the area, shooting sporadically before whisking away their victims, who include men, women, and young people.

Local sources told Villpress that panic has gripped the community, with many residents fleeing to safer areas. Families of the abducted victims are currently in distress, desperately waiting for news about their loved ones.

The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the incident and says security operatives have been deployed to the area. A search and rescue operation is currently ongoing to locate the victims and apprehend the attackers.

This latest abduction comes barely days after another attack in the state, raising serious concerns about the growing boldness of criminal elements in Kwara, a state once known for relative peace.

Security experts have warned that if urgent steps are not taken, the situation could worsen and spread to other parts of the state.

The state government is yet to issue an official statement on the incident. However, residents are calling on both the state and federal governments to strengthen security presence, especially in rural communities.

As night falls in many parts of Kwara, many families are sleeping with one eye open, hoping and praying for the safe return of their loved ones.