Armed bandits attacked the First ECWA Church in Ayetoro Kiri, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, early on Sunday, December 14, 2025, leaving one person dead and several worshippers reportedly abducted.
The deceased, identified only as Jayjay, was reportedly killed during the assault.
As of the time of filing this report, the exact number of kidnapped worshippers remains unconfirmed, as local authorities and security operatives continue to assess the situation.
This marks the second attack on a church in Okun land within weeks, heightening fears among residents and worshippers across the area.
A recent incident occurred on November 30, 2025, when armed men stormed a Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Yagba West Local Government Area, abducting the cleric identified Orlando and worshippers during a service.
The attackers initially demanded ₦500 million in ransom, later reducing it to ₦200 million, giving the victims’ families a two-day ultimatum and warning of unspecified “consequences” if the demand was not met.
Residents also recalled that the Ayetoro Kiri community came under attack about three weeks ago, when armed assailants targeted a local school.
On that occasion, the community vigilante group reportedly repelled the attackers, preventing casualties and abductions.
The latest attack has reignited concerns over the deteriorating security situation in Okun land, with locals urging urgent intervention from security agencies and the Kogi State Government to protect lives and prevent further incidents.
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