Ejiba community in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, was thrown into chaos on Sunday morning after armed bandits launched an attack during a church service.
According to report, the attackers struck at a newly established Cherubim and Seraphim Church, forcing worshippers to run for safety as gunshots echoed through the area.
The pastor of the church, popularly known as Orlando, was taken away along with his wife and several other members.
Residents described the incident as terrifying, saying the bandits stormed the community unexpectedly and left many people in shock.
The exact number persons abducted has yet to be confirmed.
No official statement has been issued by the authorities by press time on Sunday.
Residents of Kogi and those traveling through the state to other parts of the country have been thrown into panic following increasing cases of kidnapping.
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