Thursday, June 4, 2026

The Sun Nigeria

JUST IN: Abducted Imo Catholic priest regains freedom 

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From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri

The parish priest of the Holy Family Catholic Church, Izombe in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State, Reverend Father John Ubaechu abducted on Sunday March 23 has regained his freedom. 

 

A release signed by the Archdiocesan Chancellor/secretary of the church,Reverend father Patrick Mbarah said he was released on March ,26 after spending almost three days in captivity .

 

Mbarah said ” We thank God for his infinite mercies and for answering our pray. We appreciate your fraternal solidarity and prayers. To God be the glory “.

 

The priest was abducted on his way to a retreat along Ejemekwuru road,Uguta in the evening as earlier disclosed by the archdiocese.