Gunmen Threaten Another Attack On Catholic Church In Ondo
Suspected gunmen have issued another threat to Saint Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State.
This is coming barely three years after worshippers were gruesomely murdered.
It would be recalled that unknown gunmen stormed the church during morning Mass on June 5, 2022, killing and injuring both young and old worshippers.
The latest development has caused fear and anxiety in the ancient town.
The Publicity Secretary of the Owo Security Summit Committee, Olatunbosun Oladimeji confirmed the latest development to Vanguard in Akure, the state capital.
Oladimeji said the maiden edition of the Owo Security Summit, themed “Securing Owo and its Environ: Strategies for Community Safety and Resilience,” will be held on Monday – May 26.
He said that the summit aims to raise awareness about community security, foster cooperation between residents and law enforcement, reduce crime and propose sustainable security initiatives.
“A key objective is to establish a Security Trust Fund to support long-term efforts.
Oladimeji said “recent incidents, including the bandits’ renewed threat and several kidnappings, have significantly affected the socio-economic life of the people, making proactive security measures imperative.
He added that ” All security agencies, traditional rulers, and stakeholders have been invited to develop a unified response to the looming threat.”
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
