Pastor killed and worshippers abducted in Ekiti church attack
Gunmen attacked a Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo Ekiti, Ilejemeje Local Government Area, killing a pastor and abducting several worshippers. The incident has left the community in fear, with efforts underway to determine the number of missing people. Sunday Abutu, spokesperson for the Ekiti State Police Command, confirmed the attack and stated that a rescue operation has begun. The police are working with other security agencies to find the perpetrators and rescue the victims.
What happened
- Armed assailants stormed the church during a programme, killed the pastor, and kidnapped several worshippers.
- The exact number of abducted victims is still being determined by the community.
- Sunday Abutu said the police, army, Amotekun Corps, Agro Marshal, vigilantes, and local hunters are searching for the kidnappers and victims.
- The Commissioner of Police, Michael Falade, has ordered a thorough investigation and urged calm among residents.
- Religious leaders have been advised to inform the police before holding late-night gatherings for better security.
