Protest erupts in Ondo after worshippers kidnapped during church vigil
Residents of Ondo State are demanding action after gunmen kidnapped worshippers from a church in Uso community. The attackers stormed the Celestial Church of Christ and abducted several people during a vigil. Locals blocked the Akure-Owo Expressway in protest, calling for better security. DSP Abayomi Jimoh confirmed that police and other security agencies have launched a rescue operation.
What we know
- Gunmen kidnapped at least five worshippers from the Celestial Church of Christ in Uso community during a vigil.
- The incident led residents to block the Akure-Owo Expressway for hours in protest against rising insecurity.
- One victim managed to escape, while five others remain in captivity.
- DSP Abayomi Jimoh stated that security forces, including the police, army, and vigilante groups, are working to rescue the victims.
- A suspected informant has been arrested and is assisting police with the investigation.
