A Catholic priest, Gabriel Ukeh, presiding over St. Thomas Parish, Zaman Dabo Community, Zango Kataf LGA of Kaduna was Kidnapped by gunmen on Sunday, 9 June, 2024.
The Vicar General (Pastoral), Emmanuel Kazah, who confirmed the abduction of the priest through a statement issued on Sunday, 9 June, 2024, condemned the incessant kidnappings for ransom of citizens in communities.
“While we solicit for fervent prayers for his urgent and safe release, we equally condemn this act of incessant kidnappings for ransom of innocent and defenceless citizens of our communities, and we call upon the government to horn its security intelligence as we approach the celebration of Sallah.
“As we work with security operatives for his quick release, we wish to call on all to stay away from taking the laws into their hands. We will use every legitimate means to ensure that Fr. comes back to us safe and sound.
“Through the intercessions of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of Priests and Religious, may Jesus the crucified hearken to our prayers and hasten the unconditional release of His Priest and every other abducted person,” Kazah said in the statement.
As at the time of filing this report, the Kaduna State Police Command has to make comment on the incident.
