The Police Command in Ekiti has launched a manhunt for gunmen who attacked a Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti, killing a pastor and abducting worshippers.
SP Sunday Abutu, the command’s spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Ado-Ekiti.
Abutu said the incident occurred on Tuesday at about 10:30 p.m. when church members were holding a night vigil on the outskirts of the town.
Preliminary investigations indicate that about five armed men invaded the prayer ground, fatally shot the pastor, and abducted some congregation members.
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The command has commenced a thorough investigation, with a coordinated manhunt to apprehend the perpetrators.
Abutu added that the police, in collaboration with the Army, Amotekun Corps, Agro Marshals, local vigilantes, and hunters, have begun bush-combing operations to rescue the victims.
He urged the public to remain calm, noting that measures have been put in place to prevent a recurrence.
Abutu advised religious leaders to comply with the state government’s directive requiring prior notification to security agencies before holding late-night gatherings.
He further called on residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious persons or activities, providing an emergency contact number – 08062335577 – for prompt reporting of security concerns.
