A distressing incident has unfolded in Kaduna State, as Rev. Fr. Jeremiah Yakubu, the parish priest of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Karku, Kauru Local Government Area, has been kidnapped by bandits. The Chancellor of Kafanchan diocese, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Uchechukwu Okolo, issued a statement confirming the abduction and calling for prayers and restraint during this challenging time.
The unfortunate event took place on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at approximately 11 p.m. Fr. Jeremiah Yakubu was abducted from the parish rectory in Karku, a community in Kaduna State. The news has deeply saddened the church community and raised concerns about the safety of clergy members.
In an official statement, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Uchechukwu Okolo, the Chancellor of Kafanchan diocese, shared the painful news of the kidnapping and urged everyone to intensify their prayers for the swift and safe release of Fr. Jeremiah Yakubu. The diocese is actively working towards ensuring his freedom, employing all legitimate means to secure his release.
Amidst this distressing situation, the diocese appeals to the public to refrain from taking matters into their own hands. It is important to maintain calm and trust in the authorities as they work towards resolving this crisis. The diocese is committed to upholding the rule of law and is dedicated to the safe return of Fr. Jeremiah Yakubu and all others who have been victims of kidnapping.
The diocese emphasizes the power of prayer and calls on the community to unite in fervent supplication for the safe release of the abducted priest. It is a time to lean on faith and entrust Fr. Jeremiah Yakubu’s well-being to the compassionate heart of Jesus. The diocese expresses the unwavering belief that through the collective prayers of the faithful, Fr. Jeremiah will be reunited with his congregation and loved ones.