Nigeria, Sept. 14 -- The people of Isanlu-Isin in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State have expressed fear for their lives after an encounter with bandits led to the killing of some vigilante members and the destruction of their motorcycles.

For more than two years, the people have lived under the shadow of rising insecurity.

What began as isolated kidnappings along major roads has, in recent months, spiralled into a wave of abductions, killings, and displacement.

Between June and September, residents said the situation had "gotten out of hand," leaving their once peaceful community gripped by fear and uncertainty.

According to Jacob Ayanda, the vice president of the Isanlu-Isin Development Association, the attacks have devastate...