Gunmen believed to be kidnappers infiltrated a Celestial Church located near Oriyarin village, Mowe, within the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The brazen abduction occurred on Thursday, sending shockwaves through the community.
Confirming the distressing incident, the Ogun State Police Command, through its Public Relations Officer, SP Omolola Odutola, revealed that the assailants, armed and masked, seized two unsuspecting worshippers during a religious gathering. The kidnapped individuals were identified as Oladapo Seyifunmi and Oluboboye Abiola.
According to the police statement issued on Friday, the perpetrators swiftly retreated into the cover of a dense forest, evading immediate capture.
The Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, CP Alamutu Abiodun, swiftly responded to the alarming report, issuing directives for the urgent mobilization of security forces to pursue and apprehend the criminals responsible for this heinous act.
The community remains gripped by fear and uncertainty following this audacious attack on a place of worship, underscoring the growing menace of insecurity in the region.
Concerned citizens are calling for enhanced security measures and swift action to ensure the safe return of the abducted individuals and to prevent future occurrences of such atrocities.
The motive behind the abduction and the fate of the victims remain uncertain, as authorities intensify efforts to rescue the worshippers and bring the perpetrators to justice. As investigations unfold, residents are urged to remain vigilant and cooperative with law enforcement agencies to combat the scourge of kidnapping and ensure the safety of all citizens.
Source: Sahara Reporters