Sunday, July 6, 2025

Gunmen invades church, shoots pastor, abducts six worshippers in Delta

Gunmen invaded a Church at Asagba Ogwashi-Uku, Aniocha South Local Government Area, Delta State, shooting a Pastor and abducting six worshippers.

It was learnt that the gunmen over the weekend, had stormed the Church, Elyon Paradise Ministry Church, Asagba Ogwashi, Delta State during a night vigil.

The kidnapped six members of the church were said to have been rounded up and whisked away to an unknown destination.

The Pastor, identified as Apostle Divine Omodia was shot by the gunmen who also severed two of his fingers.

Sources said the kidnappers had not called to demand for ramson for the release of the abducted victims since the incident occurred.

It was gathered that the pastor was rushed to an undisclosed hospital where several medical personnel were battling for his survival.

The Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe confirmed the incident on Sunday,
said it was reported on Saturday evening, noting that there β€œis a rescue team now in the bush on their trail.”

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