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Gunmen Abduct Anglican Archdeacon in Anambra State
Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly abducted Ven. David Arinze Ajaefobi, the Archdeacon of Oyi Central Archdeaconry and Vicar of St. James’ Parish in Awkuzu, located in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2024, near the gate of the church.
As of the time of this report, no contact has been made by the abductors. The Anambra State Police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, stated that the command has not yet received a formal report on the incident. However, a senior police official confirmed the abduction to journalists on Sunday.
Ven. Ajaefobi, who was inducted as the vicar of St. James Parish on April 10, 2022, serves within the Diocese on the Niger of the Anglican Communion. Authorities are expected to initiate an investigation into the incident to locate and secure his release.
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to the recent abduction incident in Oyo State.
It can be recalled that schools were attacked by armed men, with some teachers and students reportedly taken. Some people were also killed during the attack.
CAN cried out on behalf of the public, stating “It is intolerable, disgraceful and utterly unacceptable that Nigerian children can no longer sit safely in classrooms without the fear of being kidnapped by armed gangs.”
The organisation also stated that Nigerians are tired of constantly mourning and questioning when something will finally be done to stop the violence.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that seven teachers were abducted following a recent attack on a school in the state.
It was also shared that the number of students taken is still being investigated.
The governor further revealed that some people were killed during the attack and abduction.
He also added “With the pressure on the terrorists and the bandits in the North-West, they will keep moving southward.”
“When you have pressure in one place, we must be prepared on this side to either repel or neutralise any terrorists fleeing the pressure points.”
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