The Bishop of Ahoada Anglican Diocese in Rivers state, Rt. Reverend Clement Ekpeye has reportedly been adopted by a group of gunmen who stormed his residence on the night of Tuesday, December 18 and whisked him to an unknown destination.
It was gathered that the gunmen , who forced themselves into the cleric ’ s compound , went straight for their target when they sighted him .
The incident , according to a source in the area , happened at about 8 . 45 pm at the Bishop ’ s Court located on Odiemerenyi road in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State .
It was learnt that the intruders did not take much time before they brought out the cleric , ordered him into a waiting vehicle before zooming off.
The Clerical Synod Secretary of the Diocese of Ahoada, who condemned the development , described it as shocking .
Appealing to the kidnappers of Reverend Ekpeye to release him unconditionally , the synod secretary called for prayers for the safety of the bishop.
When contacted, the State Police Public Relations Officer , Mr . Nnamdi Omoni, confirmed the abduction of the cleric and added that investigation aimed at ensuring that Reverend Ekpeye regained freedom had begun .
Omoni explained that the hoodlums had invaded the residence of the cleric before he was taken away at gunpoint, saying, Yes , I can confirm to you that it happened last ( Tuesday ) night .
“ We have begun the investigation and all hands are on the deck to ensure his release . The matter is with us . The Special Anti- Robbery Squad has moved in . ”
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