2 killed, others abducted as gunmen attack Kwara community

Two worshippers, including a pastor, were killed on Tuesday when bandits attacked the Christ Apostolic Church, Oke-Isegun in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State. The incident, it was gathered, occurred during a programme in preparation for the church’s night vigil. A resident, who identified himself as Mr Ayo, told Daily Trust that the […]

Two worshippers, including a pastor, were killed on Tuesday when bandits attacked the Christ Apostolic Church, Oke-Isegun in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State.

The incident, it was gathered, occurred during a programme in preparation for the church’s night vigil.

A resident, who identified himself as Mr Ayo, told Daily Trust that the attackers stormed the church and opened fire on the congregation.

He said the bandits shot sporadically, killing the pastor and another member, while several others were abducted.

Another resident, who didn’t want to be named, said the gunmen struck shortly after 6 pm, causing widespread panic among residents.

The Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, confirmed the attack in a telephone chat with Daily Trust.

He said the community came under attack but that security operatives repelled the bandits.

“I am presently in touch with my DPO and we learnt it was repelled immediately, but one person was killed. That’s all I can say for now,” he said.