Police assure speedy release of abducted Catholic Bishop in Imo

The Police Command in Imo has assured family and friends of the abducted auxiliary bishop of Owerri Catholic Archdiocese, His Lordship, Most Rev. Moses Chikwe, of his speedy release.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 53-year-old priest was kidnapped along with his chauffeur on Sunday.

SP Orlando Ikeokwu, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) told journalists on Tuesday in Owerri that the police had swung into action to ensure the release of the cleric.

“We also assure the general public that the auxiliary Bishop will soon be reunited with his loved ones.

“Our anti-kidnapping unit, led by CSP Linus Nwaiwu, has been mobilised to ensure he is freed and the suspects arrested,’’ the PPRO said.