Another tragic church abduction occurred on Sunday as armed bandits attacked a Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, kidnapping the pastor, his wife and several worshippers.
The quiet community was thrown into panic during the morning service when the attackers stormed the church premises, unleashing gunfire and forcing congregants to flee in different directions for safety.
Local residents said the sudden eruption of gunshots sent shockwaves through the area, describing the incident as terrifying and deeply distressing. The bandits reportedly moved swiftly, overpowering the worshippers and abducting an unspecified number of people before escaping.
Authorities are yet to confirm the exact number of abducted persons, while security agencies have reportedly begun investigations and launched efforts to track the attackers.
