By Mary Onyia
The Ekiti State Police Command has rescued worshippers abducted during an attack on the Christ Apostolic Church in Eda-Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area, on April 28, 2026. The command, however, confirmed that one of the victims died while in the kidnappers’ den.
In a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, the command said the rescue followed sustained intelligence-led operations carried out jointly by the police, the military, other security agencies, the Amotekun Corps, local hunters, and the Ekiti State Government. The victims have been taken to the hospital for medical examination and treatment.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Falade Adegoroye Micheal, commended all security agencies for their professionalism and teamwork, which led to the successful rescue. He also praised Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji for his administration’s support, and thanked residents for providing useful information that aided the operation.
The police said efforts were ongoing to arrest the kidnappers and assured residents of continued commitment to protecting lives and property. The commissioner urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station or through the command’s emergency line.