By Merciful Omoba
Suspected bandits on Sunday stormed a Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Yagba West LGA of Kogi State, abducting the pastor, his wife and several worshippers during a service.
Witnesses told journalists that the attackers struck suddenly, triggering panic as worshippers fled amid heavy gunfire.
The pastor, popularly known as Orlando, was taken alongside his wife and others, leaving the community in shock.
Confirming the incident, Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, said security agencies and local vigilantes had launched a manhunt for the kidnappers.
“The authorities of Yagba West and security operatives are working to ensure those kidnapped are rescued alive,” he said, adding that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo is coordinating the operation.
