Ekiti government launches search for church attackers after deadly incident
The Ekiti State Government has activated surveillance operations in the Eda Oniyo area following a violent attack on a church. Gunmen stormed a Christ Apostolic Church parish, killing the pastor and abducting several worshippers. Taiwo Olatunbosun, the state Commissioner for Information, condemned the incident and assured residents of ongoing efforts to rescue the abducted. Security agencies and local authorities have mobilized to track down the perpetrators and prevent further attacks.
What we know
- Gunmen attacked a Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo, killing the pastor and kidnapping about 15 worshippers.
- Taiwo Olatunbosun stated that the government has deployed security teams and activated full-scale surveillance in the area.
- Brig. Gen. Ebenezer Ogundana (retd.) and Michael Falade, the state Commissioner of Police, are coordinating the response with other security agencies.
- The All Progressives Congress, through spokesperson Segun Dipe, condemned the attack and urged against politicising the tragedy.
- Security operations are ongoing, with authorities promising to rescue the abducted and bring those responsible to justice.
