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JUST-IN: Gunmen Kidnap Catholic Priest In Imo 

by Angela Nkwo- Akpolu
8 months ago
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Fleeing gunmen on Tuesday night kidnapped Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Azubuike, the parish priest of St. Theresa’s Catholic Parish in Obollo Community, Isiala Mbano local government area of Imo state.

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The priest was said to have been kidnapped along the Ayayi community in the Obollo community when he was returning to his parish from an assignment, according to church authorities.

 

Already, the Catholic Diocese of Okigwe has confirmed the incident in a statement issued Tuesday night even as they solicited prayers from the clergy and laity of the diocese over the priest’s abduction and safety.

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The statement signed by the Chancellor/Secretary of the diocese, Very Rev. Fr. Princewill Iwuanyanwu, solicited fervent prayers for the safety of the priest and his swift return to his parish.

 

“I am directed to inform you that one of our priests, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Azubuike was kidnapped this evening, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at about 6pm.

 

“Rev Fr Emmanuel Azubuike who was ordained on September 27, 2014, is the parish priest of St. Theresa’s Catholic Parish, Obollo, Isiala Mbano LGA, Imo state.

 

“He was kidnapped along Aliyi community in Obollo, Isiala Mbano, Imo state while on his way back home from an assignment.

 

“We solicit your fervent prayers that he may come back to us safe and sound while trusting in your goodwill and solidarity,” the statement read.

 

Meanwhile, the councillor of Obollo ward, David Ajaero who confirmed the kidnap of the priest, said the community had begun prayers for his unconditional release.

Ajaero who described the priest as a good man, called for his immediate release even as he prayed for his safety.

 

LEADERSHIP reports that locals from Obollo have already taken to their social media handles to appeal for the release of the priest.

 

When contacted, Police spokesperson for Imo State Command, Henry Okoye said the command had commenced investigation to rescue the abducted priest.

 

Okoye said, “The CP has set up a high powered investigation team to look into this matter for possible rescue of the Catholic Priest and apprehension of the suspects”.


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