Bandits Demand N100 Million Each for Abducted Kwara Church Worshippers — Relatives!

Bandits Demand N100 Million Each for Abducted Kwara Church Worshippers — Relatives!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

About 35 worshippers were abducted from the Christ Apostolic Church, Oke-Igan, Eruku community, Ekiti Local Government Area, Kwara State. Relatives have disclosed that the kidnappers are demanding N100 million ransom per person.

Key Details:

• The abduction occurred during a church service, causing panic in the community.
• Families and community leaders are in desperate talks with the kidnappers, hoping for the safe release of the victims.
• Security agencies have been alerted but no official confirmation or rescue operation details have been released yet.

Why It Matters:

• The high ransom demand highlights the increasing boldness and financial motives of bandits in the region.
• Such attacks exacerbate insecurity fears among religious communities, especially in Kwara State.
• It pressures the government and security agencies to step up efforts to protect vulnerable groups.

What to Watch:

• The response and action taken by the Kwara State government and security forces.
• Developments in negotiations or rescue operations.
• Broader implications for church security across Nigeria.

1. The Punch:
   https://punchng.com/bandits-demand-n100m-each-for-abducted-kwara-church-worshippers-relatives/
2. Vanguard News (related coverage on kidnappings in Kwara):
   https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/11/kwara-abduction-church-worshippers/
3. Channels TV (security response and updates):
   https://www.channelstv.com/2025/11/kwara-bandits-attack-church-abduct-worshippers/

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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