Fear and confusion gripped worshippers in Enugu State after suspected kidnappers invaded St. Joseph Catholic Church in Inoyi, Affa Community, Udi Local Government Area, during a Sunday morning service and abducted three people, including a seminarian.
According to reports, the attackers stormed the church while worshippers were gathered for service, causing panic as they forcefully seized a seminarian and two other members of the congregation. One of the victims was later released, while the remaining two were taken away by the gunmen to an unknown destination.
Eyewitnesses said the incident disrupted the church service and left residents of the peaceful community in shock. The attack has further heightened concerns over the growing wave of insecurity in parts of the country, particularly the increasing number of kidnappings targeting religious institutions and rural communities...READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE .
Security agencies have reportedly launched a search operation to rescue the victims and apprehend those responsible for the attack. The incident has also drawn widespread condemnation from residents and members of the Catholic community, who described the invasion of a place of worship as a disturbing escalation of criminal activities.
The latest attack adds to the growing list of kidnapping incidents recorded across Nigeria in recent months, reinforcing calls for stronger security measures to protect lives, places of worship, and vulnerable communities. Many Nigerians have urged the authorities to intensify efforts to tackle the menace and ensure the safe return of those still in captivity while bringing the perpetrators to justice.
