Residents of Ejiba community in Kogi State experienced terror. Armed individuals attacked a local Cherubim and Seraphim Church. This incident occurred during Sunday service. Several worshippers were abducted.
Witnesses reported the attackers stormed the church. Prayers were actively underway. They fired shots randomly. Worshippers scattered in various directions.
During the chaos, the gunmen whisked away the church’s pastor. He is known as Orlando. His wife was also taken. Other church members were seized. Their precise number remains unknown.
The attack occurred early Sunday morning. It shocked the peaceful community. Residents called it a terrifying incident. Many deemed it the year’s most frightening event.
Reports indicate the church was new. Its recent establishment made the attack surprising.
Government Response and Ongoing Concerns
The Kogi State Government confirmed the event. A complete rescue operation is now active.
Security agencies are searching actively. Local vigilantes assist police units. They aim to find the attackers. Their goal is to recover abducted victims safely.
The state government urged calm. They promised justice for all victims. Attackers will face the law.
This incident reflects growing insecurity in Nigeria. Armed groups frequently target churches. Rural communities and worship centers are often attacked.
Social media also highlighted the incident. A tweet by @ChuksEricE on November 30, 2025, reported the terror. It described the attack on the Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Kogi State. Worshippers were abducted during service.
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