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Gunmen Invade Church in Owo, Abduct Five Worshippers

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THE Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of six worshippers during a midnight attack on a Celestial Church in Uso, Owo Local Government Area of the state.

According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Jimoh Abayomi, the incident occurred at about 12:50 a.m. on February 25, 2026, at a church located along the Uso/Owo Expressway.

The attackers reportedly whisked the victims away to an unknown destination.

The statement noted that upon receiving the report, operatives of the command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Lawal, swiftly mobilized to the scene in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and local vigilante groups to commence coordinated rescue operations.

As a result of the sustained joint efforts, one of the kidnapped worshippers has been successfully rescued.

Police also confirmed the arrest of one suspected informant linked to the incident.

The suspect is currently assisting security agencies with ongoing investigations.

The Command assured residents that security operations are ongoing to ensure the safe rescue of the remaining victims and the arrest of all those involved in the crime.

Residents were urged to remain calm and vigilant, and to cooperate with security agencies by providing credible and actionable information that could aid the rescue efforts.

Further developments are expected as investigations continue.

VAM News

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