The Vicar of St. James’ Anglican Church, Ichi town in Ekwusigo LGA of Anambra State, under the Diocese of Nnewi (Anglican Communion), The Venerable Ekene Remigius Iroanusi has been abducted.
He was kidnapped on Thursday, June 23, 2022, Advent Cable Network Nigeria Television (ACNNTV) reports.
Franktalknow learnt that he was abducted by unknown gunmen as he left a funeral ceremony at Nnewichi village, Nnewi town, Anambra State.
The kidnappers were said to have intercepted him along the road within Uruagu village, Nnewi town in Anambra State.
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Also, Mr. Justice Anyanwu, a church worker, who accompanied him to the funeral service was also kidnapped.
The abductors are yet to communicate with either the family or the church.
Confirming the incident, Venerable Iluno of Nnewi Diocese asked all Christians to join in fervent prayers for the safe release of the victims.
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