The Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan has confirmed the abduction of Rev. Fr Ibrahim Amos, the priest overseeing St. Gerald Quasi Parish located in Kurmin Risga, within Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
According to a statement issued by the Chancellor of the Diocese, Rev. Fr Jacob Shanet, the kidnapping took place around 12:15 a.m. on Thursday at the priest’s residence in Kurmin Risga.
Fr. Shanet appealed for continued prayers for the abducted cleric’s safety, while cautioning the public against resorting to self-help or unlawful actions.
“We will use every legitimate and available means to ensure that Rev. Fr Ibrahim Amos returns to us unharmed and in good health.
“May the Blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of priests and religious and all the angels continue to intercede for us and bring him back to us safe and sound,” he said.
The News Agency of Nigeria noted that this incident is part of a disturbing pattern of attacks targeting members of the clergy in Southern Kaduna in recent times.
