Due to insecurity, the Kogi State government has advised churches and other places of worship to think about moving away from regions that are vulnerable to attacks.
According to reports, this came after Sunday’s attack on a Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, the state’s Yagba West Local Government Area.
During an early morning service, armed gunmen came into the church and kidnapped the pastor, his wife, and several worshippers.
In response, Commissioner for Information Kingsley Fanwo stated, “Worship centers in the outskirts should also reconsider worshipping in crime-prone areas for the time being until the situation gets better.”
“I think it’s not ideal to worship in the woods without security in this day and age, just weeks after worshippers were kidnapped from a church in Kwara State.
“At this time, everyone needs to be mindful of security.” Additionally, intelligence must be volunteered.
“I am also aware that the security network, which includes both the local security architecture and traditional security agencies, is currently operating as it should. As we wait for security authorities to do their investigations and report back to the public, we do not yet have any numbers.
“We encourage residents to remain vigilant about their safety and to notify security agencies of any suspicious movements or faces. “Say something when you see something,” he continued.
