One Dies in Captivity as Police Rescue Abducted Ekiti Worshippers

The Ekiti State Police Command has confirmed the death of one of the worshippers abducted during an attack on Christ Apostolic Church in Eda-Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of the state on April 28, 2026, while announcing the rescue of the remaining victims. The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, said the victims were […]

The Ekiti State Police Command has confirmed the death of one of the worshippers abducted during an attack on Christ Apostolic Church in Eda-Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of the state on April 28, 2026, while announcing the rescue of the remaining victims.

The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, said the victims were rescued through sustained intelligence-led operations and coordinated efforts involving the Nigeria Police Force, the military, other security agencies, the Amotekun Corps, local hunters and the Ekiti State Government.

Abutu said the rescued victims had been taken to hospital for medical examination and treatment to assess their health condition.

He said the Commissioner of Police, CP Falade Adegoroye Michael, commended the dedication, professionalism and cooperation of all security stakeholders whose collective efforts led to the successful rescue of the victims.

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The police commissioner also praised the Ekiti State Government, led by Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, for its support to security agencies, describing it as a major factor in the success of the operation.

He further thanked residents of the state for their continued cooperation, vigilance and timely provision of credible information.

According to Abutu, efforts were being intensified to apprehend those responsible for the abduction, while the commissioner reassured residents of the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.

He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and continue supporting the police and other security agencies by promptly reporting suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station.