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Concern as Gunmen Abduct Catholic Priest in Imo State

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In a disturbing incident on Tuesday night, Rev.

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Fr. Emmanuel Azubuike, the parish priest of St. Theresa’s Catholic Parish in Obollo Community, Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State, was reportedly abducted by unknown gunmen. The priest was returning from an assignment through Ayayi community when the abduction occurred, according to local church authorities.

The Catholic Diocese of Okigwe, in a statement signed by Chancellor and Secretary Very Rev. Fr. Princewill Iwuanyanwu, expressed grave concern over the abduction. “I am directed to inform you that one of our priests, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Azubuike, was kidnapped this evening, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at about 6 p.m.," the statement read. Church leaders are now calling for urgent prayers from the community, hoping for Fr. Azubuike’s safe return.

Henry Okoye, spokesperson for the Imo State Police Command, confirmed that an investigation is underway to locate and rescue the priest.

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