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The Digest:

Kidnappers who abducted 15 worshippers during a night vigil at Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) No. 2 in Eda-Oniyo, Ekiti State, are demanding N1 billion ransom for their release. A guest pastor was reportedly killed during the attack. Among the abducted is a family of four, a mother and her three children. Security agencies, including the Army, Police, Amotekun Corps, and vigilantes, have been mobilised for a coordinated response.

Key Points:
  • The attack occurred in Ilejemeje Local Government Area.
  • The Eleda of Eda-Oniyo confirmed the ransom demand.
  • The Ekiti State Government condemned the attack as "heinous and unacceptable."
  • The 148th Battalion of the Nigerian Army has been deployed to the area.
  • Efforts are ongoing to secure the victims' release.
Authorities have intensified surveillance operations to track down the attackers.

Sources: Instagram / Social Media Reports