Gunmen has abducted a Catholic priest identified as Alphonsus Uboh, in Akwa Ibom, in his church premises in Mkpat Enin LGA of the state.
Confirming the incident, Odiko Macdon, police public relations officer of the state, said that the priest was abducted at about 7:30 pm on Sunday from where he resided within the church premises, along the Ekparakwa Etinan road.
“Preliminary findings show that the abductors, who came with two motorcycles, went to the back fence of the victim’s house, and whisked him away,” he said.
“The Commissioner of Police, Andrew Aniengheme, was very saddened at the development and said it is unacceptable.”
The police spokesperson further said that efforts to ensure the safe rescue of the priest, and apprehend the abductors are in top gear.
[The Cable]
