New Terror Group Wulowulo Emerges In North Central Nigeria

A new terrorist group known as Wulowulo has reportedly surfaced in North-Central Nigeria, stirring fresh fears of insecurity across the region.

The group is believed to be a breakaway faction of Boko Haram and has begun establishing a presence in parts of the zone, particularly in Kwara State.

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State raised the alarm during a high-level security meeting held in Lafia, where he disclosed that intelligence reports had confirmed the emergence of the Wulowulo network. He described the development as disturbing, warning that extremist elements could spread further into neighbouring states if not contained early.

According to the governor, the group, which splintered from Boko Haram, has moved into Kwara after previously operating around Kebbi and Sokoto. He expressed concern that their growing influence in the North-Central region could pose a serious threat to peace and stability in Nasarawa and beyond.

Governor Sule urged security operatives to intensify surveillance and adopt proactive measures to prevent infiltration. He warned that the spread of terror groups into new territories could destabilise local communities and worsen the region’s security challenges.

The governor also directed a full-scale investigation into recent violence in Kokona Local Government Area, where seven people were reportedly killed during a land dispute between the Mada and Ninzom communities in Ndama village. He instructed the Commissioner of Police and the Director of the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate the attack and ensure those responsible are prosecuted.

He further expressed concern over the increasing cases of abductions in Lafia and Karu local government areas, calling on security agencies to strengthen their intelligence network and adopt fresh strategies to combat the rising wave of kidnappings.

Governor Sule reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property, urging community leaders to support security agencies by sharing timely information to prevent further threats to peace in the state.