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Gunmen Invade Catholic Bishop’s Residence in Benue, Abduct Seminarian

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Gunmen have abducted a Catholic seminarian, Kelvin Ochai, after invading the Catholic Bishop’s residence in the Asa III area of Otukpo Local Government Area, Benue State. The attack reportedly occurred on Wednesday, July 29. The Otukpo Diocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Joseph Aboyi Itodo, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Friday, July 31. Bishop Michael Ekwoyi Apochi called on Catholics and other Nigerians to pray for Ochai’s safe release, as well as for others being held by kidnappers across the country.

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K
kunle

What more has been said about the seminarian's safety since the reported invasion in Otukpo?

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N
noah

I agree, the seminarian's wellbeing should remain the main concern as people await clearer information.

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T
tolu

An attack on a bishop's residence and the abduction of a seminarian is deeply unsettling for the local community.

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P
peter

People should avoid filling in motives or extra details until authorities or the diocese provide a fuller account.

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H
hala

Clear updates from the diocese and relevant security agencies would help residents separate confirmed information from rumours.

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