Gunmen Abduct 6 Church Worshippers, One Suspected Informant Arrested by Police

The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed that six members of a Celestial Church along the Uso/Owo Expressway in Owo Local Government Area were abducted in the early hours of February 25.

DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the state police spokesperson, said the attack occurred around 12:50 a.m., with the victims taken to an unknown location by the assailants.

Security forces, including the police, the Nigerian Army, and local vigilante groups, launched coordinated rescue operations. One victim has been successfully recovered, while a suspected informant believed to have aided the kidnappers has been arrested and is assisting with investigations.

Authorities said operations are ongoing to secure the release of the remaining victims and apprehend all involved. Residents have been urged to stay alert and provide any credible information that could support the efforts.