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Abducted Ondo Catholic Priest Regains Freedom
- Kidnapping is a major security issue in many parts of Nigeria and priests haven’t been left out
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Catholic Priest, Reverend Father Joseph Ajayi has regained his freedom after he was kidnapped on Monday along Ikere-Akure road, in Ondo state.
A family source confirmed news of his release on Thursday.
However, it remains uclear whether a ransom was paid to secure the Catholic Priest’s release.
Read also: Suspected Kidnappers Abduct Catholic Priest In Ondo
Ajayi had been driving his car, a Corona 2005 EKY702 AL Red Color when he was kidnapped.
He was said to be returning from Ikere – a city in neighbouring Ekiti State and travelling to Ilara-Mokin in Ifedore Local Government Area of Ondo State.
Kidnapping is a major security issue in many parts of Nigeria and priests haven’t been left out.
A reverend father, Fidelis Ekemgba, was also recently kidnapped in Imo State but those said to be responsible have been arrested by security operatives.
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