Abuja – Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori, the House of Representatives member for Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency, has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the escalating violent conflicts in Lamurde Local Government Area and the reported killing of unarmed women protesters by personnel of the Nigerian Military.
In the statement released on Sunday, Laori described the situation as “a needless loss of lives, destruction of property, and deepening tensions within our communities.” He added that at a time when “our nation is bleeding daily in the hands of criminals, bandits, terrorists, and kidnappers, our people should not be subjected to yet another cycle of fear, grief, and instability.”
Laori expressed particular distress over the killing of unarmed civilians, calling it “inhumane, unjustifiable, and a gross violation of their fundamental human rights.” He drew parallels with past abuses, citing the “painful experiences of Dong, Kodomti, Lawaru, Nzuruwe, and Shaforon communities in 2017, where civilians suffered similar abuses at the hands of security personnel without any credible investigation, prosecution, or compensation.”
He therefore called for “an immediate, transparent, and independent investigation into the extrajudicial killing of unarmed civilians in Lamurde LGA. Those found culpable must be identified and held accountable in line with the laws of our country. Justice must not only be done—it must be seen to be done.”
Laori extended his “deepest condolences to the families who have lost loved ones, and I pray for the full and speedy recovery of the injured currently receiving medical care.” He appealed to residents of Lamurde and neighbouring communities to “remain calm and avoid any actions that could further escalate the situation.”
He also urged security agencies deployed to the area to “exercise maximum restraint, uphold the highest standards of professionalism, and strictly adhere to the rules of engagement while carrying out their duties to protect lives and restore order.”
The lawmaker concluded by emphasizing that “we must all—community leaders, government, security agencies, and residents—work together to ensure that peace is restored swiftly and that justice is served without delay.”
The press statement was signed by Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori, Member, House of Representatives, Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency, National Assembly, Abuja.
