Police rescue worshippers kidnapped during Ekiti church attack, hunt for abductors continues
The Ekiti State Police Command has announced the successful rescue of worshippers who were abducted during an attack on a church service at Eda-Oniyo in April, bringing relief to families and residents after weeks of uncertainty. The victims were kidnapped on April 28, 2026, when suspected armed kidnappers invaded the Christ Apostolic Church in Eda-Oniyo, Ekiti State, during a worship programme. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, the Command disclosed that the victims were rescued through sustained intelligence-driven operations jointly carried out by the Nigeria Police Force, the military, other security agencies, the Amotekun Corps, local hunters and the Ekiti State Government. According to the statement, the rescued victims have been taken to a hospital for medical examination and treatment to assess their health condition and ensure they receive adequate medical care following their ordeal in captivity. The Commissioner o...
