The Ondo State Government has commended President Bola Tinubu over the deployment of military personnel to communities and areas affected by terrorist and banditry attacks.

While emphasising that acts of violence must not be allowed under any guise to undermine national cohesion, the state government stressed that the safety of communities is paramount.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Idowu Ajanaku, while commiserating with the Kwara State Government over the attack in the Woro community, which led to the loss of innocent lives and disruption of peace.

The state government, which described the incident as painful and disturbing, as well as a sad reminder of the security challenges confronting parts of the country, sympathised with Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq and the people of the state over the incident.

The statement read in parts: “The Government of Ondo State has expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Kwara State over the unfortunate attack in Woro community, which led to the loss of innocent lives and disruption of peace.

“The state government described the incident as painful, disturbing and a sad reminder of the security challenges confronting parts of the country.

“The government and people of Ondo State sympathise with His Excellency, the Governor of Kwara State, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, the affected families, and the entire people of Woro, noting that Ondo State stands in solidarity with Kwara State at this difficult time.

“The Ondo State Government prays for the repose of the souls of the victims and asks God to grant comfort, strength and healing to the bereaved families, while wishing those injured a speedy and full recovery.

“The Ondo State Government reaffirmed its commitment to peace, unity and collective action against all forms of violence, stressing that such acts must not be allowed to undermine national cohesion and the safety of communities.

“The state government also commended the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for deploying a battalion of military personnel to the affected areas.”