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The Digest:

Armed men attacked a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Kogi State during Sunday service, abducting the pastor, his wife, and several congregants. According to reports, the assault on the sacred space in Ejiba explores the deepening vulnerability of communities, engaging urgent questions about safety and symbolizing a grievous breach of societal refuge.

Key Points:
  • Gunmen attacked a church in Ejiba, Kogi State, during Sunday service.
  • The pastor, known as Orlando, and his wife were abducted.
  • Several other worshippers were also taken; the exact number is unconfirmed.
  • The attack caused chaos, with congregants fleeing amid gunshots.
  • The Kogi State Government has intensified surveillance and a manhunt.
  • Commissioner Kingsley Fanwo stated that security agencies are working to rescue victims.
  • Citizens were advised to be security-conscious and report suspicious activity.
When the storm invades the sanctuary, it reveals a crisis that has eroded not just security but the very spaces meant for peace and collective hope.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, Daily Trust