US EditionNigeria: Gunmen Invade Ekiti Church, Kill Pastor, Kidnap Worshippers
CAN said the attack reflects a worsening security crisis and urged authorities to rescue the abducted worshippers and prosecute those responsible.
- The Christian Association of Nigeria , led by Archbishop Daniel Okoh, condemned an attack on an open-air crusade in Eda Oniyo Ekiti, Ekiti State, where gunmen killed a pastor and abducted several worshippers.
- This violence follows a pattern of recent attacks, including a raid in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State where gunmen abducted residents, clergy, and their families.
- Okoh described the incident as a "brutal assault on our shared humanity," urging the government to strengthen security presence in vulnerable communities and ensure the safe rescue of abducted victims.
- CAN demanded that authorities act transparently to apprehend perpetrators, emphasizing that Nigeria must not normalize the killing of worshippers or the abduction of citizens in places of refuge.
- These repeated incidents underscore a "deepening security crisis," with leaders warning that no place of worship should become a "hunting ground for criminals" requiring proactive intelligence measures.
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Gunmen kill pastor, abduct worshippers in Ekiti
Gunmen have attacked a Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti, Ekiti State, killing a pastor and abducting several worshippers during a late-night vigil. The Ekiti State Police Command confirmed the incident on Wednesday, describing it as a targeted attack that occurred while congregants were gathered for prayers on the outskirts of the community. Police spokesperson, Sunday Abutu, said the assault took place at about 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday. …
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