An Anglican priest identified as Ven David Arinze Ajaefobi, has reportedly been kidnapped by gunmen in Anambra State.
Ajaefobi was said to be the Archdeacon of Oyi Central Archdeaconry and Vicar of St James’ Parish, Awkuzu.
A source told DAILY POST that the cleric was allegedly kidnapped by unidentified individuals on Saturday night.
The source said, “The abduction occurred around 9:00 PM on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the entrance gate of St James’ Parish, Awkuzu, in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State.”
As of the time of filing this report, no contact has been made by the abductors to the priest’s relatives for ransom or reason for his abduction.
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The source said the church has announced prayer sessions for his safe release.
When reached for confirmation, the Police Public Relations Officer of Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said the police had not received any report of such an incident.
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