Again, Another Catholic Priest Kidnapped In Benue

The Parish Priest of Holy Ghost Parish, Eke-Olengbeche, Reverend Father Peter Amodu has reportedly been kidnapped by gunmen.

DAILY REPORT gathered that the priest was kidnapped at about 5:00 pm on Wednesday, July 6, Otukpo/Ugbokolo road, Okpokwu Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue state.

Fr. Peter was said to have been waylaid and taken away by his abductors while on his way to celebrate Holy Mass at Okwungaga, Ugbokolo in Okpokwu LGA.

The Catholic Diocese of Otukpo confirmed the abduction of the priest in a circular signed by Rev. Fr Joseph Itodo, the Diocesan Chancellor.

“We write to notify you of the kidnap of Rev. Pr. Peter Amodu, a priest of the Holy’ Ghost Congregation who is working in the Catholic Diocese of Otukpo as Parish Priest of Holy Ghost Parish, Eke-Olengbeche,” the circular read.

“The sad incident occurred today, July 6, 2022, at about 5.00 pm along Otukpo – Ugbokolo Road, Benue State, while he was on his way to celebrate the Holy Mass at Okwungaga-Ughbokolo.

“The Local Ordinary, Most Rev. Michael Ekwoyi Apochi, has called on all Christ’s Faithful in the Catholic Diocese of Otukpo and beyond to earnestly pray for his quick and safe release as we intensify efforts to ensure his release

“We commend our brother and all those in the kidnappers’ den to the powerful intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary for their speedy and safe release from the hands of their abductors.