- Police launch manhunt for abductors
Suspected gunmen have abducted a cleric with the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) identified as Pastor Gbenga Sanny in Ondo State.
Reports said that Sanny was seized by three gunmen on Sunday evening in the presence of his children.
Sources said the abduction happened at about 7pm in front of his residence located in Ilu-Abo community, Akure North Local Government Area.
Sanny, who is also a staff of the Akure North LGA, was taken to an unknown destination by the attackers.
His wife reportedly escaped the attack.
“The three armed men reportedly came out of the nearby bush and whisked him away,” one of the sources revealed.
Spokesperson of the State police command, Jimoh Abayomi, said investigation has been launched into the abduction case.
He stated that officers and tactical teams of the command have already been mobilised to the area and working to secure the safe rescue of the victim and apprehend those responsible for the crime.
- Media Report