Anglican Bishop Declared Missing In Anambra

An Anglican bishop, Godwin Okpala was yesterday reported to be missing in Anambra State.

Opkala is a retired archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi.

A professor, he was has been missing since Friday morning, the leadership of the Anglican Diocese of Nnewi announced yesterday, according to Premium Times.

The newspaper said the incumbent Bishop of the Diocese, Ndubuisi Obi, announced this in a prayer request posted on their Facebook page.

Mr Obi said the missing cleric embarked on a journey to Umuchu alongside his driver, but they were yet to reach their destination more than 24 hours after.

“Since then, there has been no communication, and neither he, his driver, nor the vehicle have been located,” he said.

“We earnestly plead for your fervent prayers for their safety and swift return,” the bishop appealed.

Umuchu, a community in Aguata local government area of Anambra State, has witnessed growing attacks in recent times. Security operatives have been repeatedly attacked by gunmen in the area lately.

Mr Obi said the leadership of the church has contacted “relevant authorities” over the situation and expressed hope that God would intervene in the matter.

“Please , join us in prayer of intercession, trusting in the Lord, whose watchful eyes never slumber, to bring our beloved Father in God, and his driver back to us safely,” he pleaded.