In a shocking incident that underscores ongoing security challenges in Nigeria, six worshippers were abducted from a celestial church situated along the Uso/Owo Expressway in Ondo State. The police confirmed that the gunmen carried out the abduction in the early hours of February 25, at approximately 12:50 am. The authorities were alerted, and local police, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and vigilante groups, quickly mobilized to initiate rescue operations.

The police spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, reported that action was taken promptly following the report of the incident, and their coordinated efforts led to the successful rescue of one of the kidnapped victims. Furthermore, law enforcement apprehended a suspected informant who is believed to have provided critical information to the assailants. This arrest is expected to aid in unraveling the broader network behind such abductions and enhancing community safety.

The police are continuing their security operations to secure the safe return of the remaining five victims. This incident not only highlights the persistent threat of kidnappings in Nigeria, particularly in the Middle Belt region, but also reflects the urgent need for improved security measures and community collaboration to combat such heinous crimes effectively.