Angry crowds went wild and attacked government drug agents after police raids hit their town hard. The mob stormed the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency office and torched three cars and several motorbikes. Furious protesters also freed three arrested drug suspects and stole confiscated narcotics from the building. The violent gang even tried to burn down the Emir's palace because they blamed him for letting police make arrests. Soldiers rushed to the scene and stopped the chaos before things got worse.
Top security chiefs flew to Lafiagi town on Monday to deal with the mess. The Kwara State police boss, army commander, and the governor's security adviser all showed up together. Local government leaders met them and explained what had happened during the violent outburst. The security team checked on the Emir's palace and told everyone to stay calm and peaceful. More troops have moved into the area to keep troublemakers under control.
The governor's security aide said the attacks were pure criminal behavior that nobody should support. He praised the state governor for sending help quickly to stop the violence from spreading further. The official confirmed that nobody died during the dangerous riots that shook the community. He warned local people not to take justice into their hands or fight against police officers. The authorities want residents to work with law enforcement instead of causing more problems.
Top security chiefs flew to Lafiagi town on Monday to deal with the mess. The Kwara State police boss, army commander, and the governor's security adviser all showed up together. Local government leaders met them and explained what had happened during the violent outburst. The security team checked on the Emir's palace and told everyone to stay calm and peaceful. More troops have moved into the area to keep troublemakers under control.
The governor's security aide said the attacks were pure criminal behavior that nobody should support. He praised the state governor for sending help quickly to stop the violence from spreading further. The official confirmed that nobody died during the dangerous riots that shook the community. He warned local people not to take justice into their hands or fight against police officers. The authorities want residents to work with law enforcement instead of causing more problems.
