By Noah Ocheni, Lokoja
The newly established Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, has been reportedly attacked by bandits during today’s service.
The attack was said to have occurred during today’s Sunday service at the church auditorium.
The community was said to have been thrown into chaos on Sunday morning after armed bandits launched an attack on the church during service.
According to locals, during the attack, worshippers took to their heels for safety as gunshots echoed sporadically through the area.
The pastor of the church, popularly known as Orlando, was taken away along with his wife and several other church members.
Residents described the incident as terrifying, saying the bandits stormed the community unexpectedly and left many people in shock. The exact number of those abducted is yet to be confirmed.
The state government or the Police are yet to issue an official statement as of the time of filing this report.
