Kidnapped Catholic priests, others regain freedom in Sokoto

By Onuminya Ochowechi In Sokoto

The Catholic Diocese of Sokoto State on Sunday evening have announced the freedom of two Rev Fathers and and two other members Abducted by gunmen at Gidan Maikambo , Kafur local government of Katsina State.

In a statement issued to newsmen on Sunday the Diocesan director, social communication Rev father Chris Omotosho said “With hearts full of joy, we announced that our brethren Fr. Stephen Ojapa, Fr. Oliver Okpara, Mr. Hassan Hassan and Ms. Ummie Hassan.who were abducted by gun men at midnight of 25th May, 2022 in the rectory of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Gidan Maikambo, Kafur LGA of Katsina State, have all gained freedom.

The statement further said they thanked everyone for their prayers, support, encouragement and show of love. May the name of the Lord be praised, now and forever. Amen! Thank you.

He did not said whether ransom have been paid before the gun men freed them

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