The Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan has announced the safe return of Rev. Fr. Ibrahim Amos, who was abducted from his home by armed bandits in the early hours of Thursday.
Fr. Amos, who serves as the Parish Priest of St. Gerald Quasi Parish in Kurmin Risga, located in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, was released and returned home unhurt around 10 p.m. the same day.
The confirmation of his release was contained in a statement issued by Rev. Fr. Jacob Shanet, the Chancellor of the Diocese, who expressed deep gratitude to security operatives and members of the public for their support and prayers during the ordeal.
“Your kind gestures, love and prayers are a testament to the fact that we are not alone in the struggle to respect and promote the dignity of human life.
“While we appreciate God for everything, we equally want to thank everyone for walking and praying with us in such a dark and terrible moment.
“May the Blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of priests, religious, and all the angels, intercede for those in captivity and bring them back to their families and communities safe and sound,” the statement read.
