Church Attack: Kwara Orders Special Security Measures To Protect Schoolchildren In 5 LGAs

The Kwara State government has activated a proactive security measure in schools as part of efforts to guarantee a safer environment for schoolchildren in the State.

The commossioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr Lawal Olohungbebe, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday following Tuesday night’s attack and killing of worshippers in Eruku, Ekiti LGA of the State.

Olohungbebe said the measures immediately affect schools in Ifelodun, Ekiti, Irepodun, Isin, and Oke Ero local government areas.

He said the arrangements underscored the government’s determination to curtail the activties of kidnappers who might want to use schoolchildren as human shields from renewed security crackdowns.

“The measures also cover the boarding schools in Irepodun which could be targets of the criminals who are running for cover amidst widening security operations.

“The measure may remain in place while awaiting further security clearance for normal activties to resume,” he added.