Kwara community seeks intervention over abducted church members

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There is a growing anxiety in the Omugo community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, as residents appealed to the federal and state governments, as well as security agencies, to secure the release of eight members of the Evangelical Church Winning All abducted two weeks ago.

The victims were reportedly kidnapped during a church activity, with their abductors said to be demanding a ransom of N500m.

Speaking with The PUNCH on Sunday, the President of Omugo Development Union, Thompson Oladimeji, described the situation as dire, calling for swift and decisive action to rescue those in captivity.

He urged security agencies to deploy more resources, intensify rescue operations, and sustain patrols across vulnerable areas, particularly villages and major access roads within the community.

“We are appealing to the Federal Government, Kwara State Government, and all security agencies to intervene swiftly and decisively to secure the safe release of our people,” he said.

Oladimeji added that beyond rescue efforts, there was a need for coordinated support for affected families, many of whom are struggling emotionally and financially in the aftermath of the abduction.

“Our hearts are heavy. Families are in anguish, the community is traumatised, and fear now defines our daily lives,” he said. Punch