Writing By Ali Muhammad Rabiu; Editing By Godwin Duru

 

The abductors of eight worshippers at the Evangelical Church of West Africa (ECWA) Church, Omugo, via Oro- Ago in Ifelodun local government area of Kwara State have demanded N1bn ransom from the people of Oro- Ago community.

 

The armed bandits attacked the Church during last Sunday service and abducted eight worshippers.

 

A source told Radio Nigeria that the abductors contacted the community on Wednesday, demanding N1bn ransom before the victims could be released.

 

He said the N1m offered by the community was turned down by the abductors who insisted that all the communities in Oro- Ago axis should contribute the N1bn ransom they demanded.

 

The pastor of ECWA Church, Omole Timothy whose wife was among the abductees ,confirmed that the abductors have contacted the Church, demanding for N1bn ransom.

 

He said the abductors warned them against trying to beat down the sum and time wasting.

 

Write-up/ALI MUHAMMAD RABIU

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