Kidnapped Benue seminarian escapes from abductors – Church
The statement read, “while giving all glory to God, the Bishop sincerely appreciates all the priests, religious, lay faithful of the Diocese, and people of goodwill for their unwavering solidarity and fervent prayers, which contributed to the speedy and safe return of our brother.
By Peter Duru The Catholic Diocese of Otukpo in Benue State has announced the safe return of its seminarian, Kelvin Ochai, who was abducted by gunmen at Asa III in Otukpo, Benue State, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
The Diocese disclosed that the seminarian escaped from the custody of his abductors on the evening of Friday, July 31, and made his way to Aliade in Gwer East Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State, where he was reunited with his family unharmed.
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