Gunmen have kidnapped the Archdeacon of Oyi Central Archdeaconry and Vicar of St. James’ Parish, Awkuzu, Venerable David Ajaefobi.
Ajaefobi was reportedly abducted on Saturday at the entrance gate of St. James’ Parish, Awkuzu, in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State.
As of the time of filing this report, no contact has been made by the abductors to the priest’s relatives for ransom or reason for his abduction.
When contacted for comment, the Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, says the police have not received a report of the incident.
Meanwhile, the church has begun prayer sessions for the safe release of the victim.