In a statement released on the 16th of June, 2025, by its Chairman, Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State, the forum described the killings as “a grievous affront to human dignity and must be unequivocally condemned.”
It declared: “The Nigeria Governors’ Forum stands in unwavering solidarity with the bereaved families and the state government at this time of profound sorrow.”
The forum also offered thoughts and prayers, stating:“We pray for the peaceful repose of the departed souls, divine comfort for grieving families, speedy recovery for the injured and the resilience of survivors.”
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