A new terrorist organisation identified as Wulowulo has reportedly emerged in North-Central Nigeria, sparking renewed fears over rising insecurity in the region.
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State raised the alarm during an expanded security meeting in Lafia, the state capital. He disclosed that intelligence reports have linked the group to Boko Haram, describing it as a splinter faction of the long-standing insurgent network.
According to the governor, the Wulowulo group has begun to establish its presence in parts of the North-Central zone, particularly Kwara State—a development he described as “deeply troubling.”
“One of the reasons we called this meeting is to discuss the growing insecurity in other parts of the country, which is gradually spreading into our state. We must take proactive steps to ensure it doesn’t take root here,” Governor Sule said.
He further warned that the Wulowulo group, like the Boko Haram sect, poses a major threat to peace and stability in the North-Central region if not swiftly addressed.
“The Lakurawa group has also become a major concern in Kwara. They were originally active around Kebbi and Sokoto but have now moved into Kwara, which is part of the North-Central zone. We need to prevent such groups from advancing into Nasarawa State,” he cautioned.
Governor Sule called on security agencies to intensify intelligence gathering and vigilance to stop the infiltration of extremist elements.
Meanwhile, the governor has ordered a comprehensive investigation into recent violent clashes in Ndama village, Kokona Local Government Area, where seven people were killed in a dispute between the Mada and Ninzom communities.
He directed the Commissioner of Police and the State Director of the Department of State Services (DSS) to conduct a full inquiry into the killings and bring those responsible to justice.
Governor Sule also expressed concern over the rising cases of abduction in Lafia and Karu local government areas. He urged security operatives to increase patrols, enhance surveillance, and adopt new strategies to tackle the growing menace of kidnapping in the state.
