A former National Secretary of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria and immediate past Chairman of the Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders Association, Apostle Emmanuel Kure, has expressed sympathy with victims of the tragic incident in Kwara State that claimed lives and left many families grieving.

In a statement obtained by PUNCH Online on Sunday, Kure said he stood in solidarity with the affected community, extending his sympathies to the traditional ruler, Islamic clerics and residents of the area.

Describing the incident as heartbreaking and deeply distressing, the cleric said the pain, fear and anguish being experienced by the victims and their leaders could only be imagined, particularly by communities that had endured similar tragedies.

“We can imagine the nightmare and anguish they are going through. We in Southern Kaduna have walked a similar path, but for the grace of God, the story could have been worse. Our hearts go out to the king, the imams and the entire people at this very difficult time,” Kure said.

PUNCH Online reports that the incident occurred in the Woro community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, resulting in the loss of dozens of lives and leaving several families in mourning.

Kure, who is also the Vision Pioneer of Throneroom (Trust) Ministry, Kafanchan, prayed for divine comfort for the bereaved families and speedy recovery for those affected.

He called for unity, restraint and prayers across religious and ethnic lines, urging Nigerians to stand together in moments of sorrow while working collectively for peace, justice and the protection of lives.

The Christian leader also appealed to relevant authorities to intensify efforts to safeguard communities, stressing that the sanctity of human life must always remain paramount.