Kidnappers abduct Catholic bishop, throw away his official regalia

Catholic bishop kidnapped in Owerri

Another Nigerian has become the latest victim of kidnappers

This time, a Catholic bishop in Owerri, Imo state was the victim of the criminals

The official regalia of the bishop has been found near the Assumpta Cathedral in Owerri

Hours after Mathew Kukah lamented the state of the nation, Nigerians have welcomed another disheartening news about the country that shows that nobody is safe in the country.

In this latest news, Auxiliary Bishop of Owerri Catholic Archdiocese in Imo state, Moses Chikwe. has been kidnapped by gunmen.

According to Premium Times, the cleric was abducted at the World Bank area of Owerri, the state capital. He was reportedly kidnapped with his driver.

According to the news outlet, the bishop’s car and official regalia have been found near the Assumpta Cathedral in Owerri.

The Catholic secretariat of Nigeria said the Archbishop of the Diocese, Victor Obinna, confirmed the kidnap.

The church consequently called for prayers for the safe return of Chikwe.