Bandits in the early hours of yesterday stormed a Cherubim and Seraphim Church at Ejiba in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, abducting the pastor, his wife, and several worshippers. The attack, which occurred during a church service, threw the congregation into panic as armed men reportedly surrounded the premises before whisking away their captives.
Local residents say the incident has heightened fears in the community, which has witnessed a rise in bandit activities in recent months. Security agencies have since been deployed to the area, with authorities vowing to intensify efforts to rescue the abducted victims and restore calm. The attack underscores the growing insecurity in parts of Kogi State and the urgent need for stronger measures to protect vulnerable communities.
