Friday, April 26, 2024

Terrorists kidnap 25 worshippers in Katsina church

BY MAYOWA SAMUEL

Terrorists armed with sophisticated guns on Sunday attacked the New Life For All Church in the Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, kidnapping at least 25 worshippers.

Reports say that the terrorists rode on motorcycles to invade the church at Dan-Tsauni Gidan Haruna Community in the early hours of Sunday when faithful were worshipping in church.

The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Aminu Masari on Christian Affairs, Ishaya Jurau also confirmed the attack.

According to Jurau, security personnel are currently on top of the situation and are working tirelessly to rescue all the victims unhurt.

He said, “They abducted our members and left the church pastor with injuries while they were conducting service this morning at around 10am.

“The security agents are currently on top of the situation. They are working tirelessly to rescue the victims unhurt. We appreciate the efforts of the security.”

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