Benue Police Confirm Abduction Of Nine Catholic Church Members At Night Vigil
The police in Benue State have confirmed the abduction of nine worshippers during a night vigil at St. John’s Catholic Church in Ojije community, Utonkon, Ado Local Government Area of the state.
The police in Benue State have confirmed the abduction of nine worshippers during a night vigil at St. John’s Catholic Church in Ojije community, Utonkon, Ado Local Government Area of the state.
The Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, DSP Edet Udeme, who spoke in an interview with newsmen said the incident occured on Monday.
According to the police, the victims were participating in a night vigil when armed assailants stormed the church and whisked them away to an unknown destination.
He further stated that following the incident, the Commissioner of Police has ordered the immediate deployment of tactical and operational units to the affected community to intensify search-and-rescue efforts, assuring residents that the command remained committed to protecting lives and property across the state.
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