BREAKING: Terrorists plan ‘Qur’anic graduation’ for abducted women, children in Kwara, families raise alarm

Families of victims abducted by suspected terrorists from Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have raised fresh alarm over the fate of more than 100 women and children still in captivity, saying the insurgents are reportedly planning a Qur’anic graduation ceremony for the abductees.

According to the families who spoke to SaharaReporters, the terrorists disclosed the plan during phone conversations with relatives, claiming they had spent months teaching the captives Islamic studies, Qur’an memorisation and religious etiquette.

One relative said the abductors informed them that several of the captives had completed their “training” and were ready to be celebrated.

“They told us that many of our women and children have memorised portions of the Qur’an and undergone Islamic teachings,” a source was quoted as saying.

“They said they are preparing a graduation ceremony for them.”

The families also alleged that the terrorists warned that costs incurred during the planned ceremony would be added to any future ransom negotiations with the government or victims’ relatives.

“They said all the money they are going to spend on the graduation will not be wasted,” another family member said.

Community members described the situation as deeply disturbing, saying the prolonged captivity has worsened fears over the physical and psychological condition of the abductees, including pregnant women and children.

A local source said the development underscores how long the victims have remained in captivity since their abduction during a deadly raid that reportedly left over 200 residents dead and 176 women and children kidnapped.

The Woro attack, which occurred in February, also saw the killing of prominent community figures, including relatives of the Emir, religious leaders, and school officials, while parts of the Emir’s palace were set ablaze.

In recent weeks, videos released by the abductors reportedly showed some of the victims appealing for intervention, further heightening public concern.

Youth groups in Kaiama have since staged protests demanding urgent government action to secure the release of the captives, as anxiety continues to grow across Kwara State over the prolonged ordeal.

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