Thursday, June 4, 2026

The Sun Nigeria

Bandits demand N3bn as ransom for abducted Kwara worshippers

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The bandits behind the abduction of worshippers at the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in the Ekiti LGA of Kwara State are demanding N100 million for each of those taken.

No fewer than 30 people were kidnapped in the attack, which occurred on Tuesday. Three persons were reportedly killed during the service in Eruku.

A community leader and Olori Eta of Eruku, Chief Olusegun Olukotun, whose four relatives were abducted, revealed that the bandits have begun contacting family members.

‎“From what we gathered from the kidnappers’ camp, they (kidnappers) have grouped the victims according to their relations and are now calling our people through each of the groups.

“Some people in the community have received calls from the kidnappers demanding ₦100 million for each person, but as regards my own people, I have not received any call concerning them, so I am still waiting,” he said.