Armed assailants have abducted Venerable David Ajaefobi, Archdeacon of Oyi Central Archdeaconry and Vicar of St. James’ Parish, Awkuzu.
Ajaefobi was reportedly seized on Saturday at the entrance of St. James’ Parish in Awkuzu, located in Anambra State’s Oyi Local Government Area.
At the time of this report, no contact has been made by the kidnappers with the priest’s family regarding a ransom or motive for the abduction.
Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, stated that the police have yet to receive an official report of the incident.
Meanwhile, the church has initiated prayer sessions for his safe return.