Crime

Kaduna Abducted Priest: Family Pleads With President Tinubu to Secure His Freedom

Published by Akinwale Fakinlede on November 26th, 2025.

The family of a Catholic priest abducted in Kaduna State has issued an emotional appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging the Federal Government to intervene urgently and secure his safe release. The priest, whose abduction has sparked shock and fear among parishioners and residents, was taken by armed men who stormed his residence in one of the state’s troubled communities.

According to family members, the situation has entered a critical stage, with each passing day intensifying their anxiety. They lamented that despite reporting the incident to security operatives, there has been little progress, leaving them with no option but to seek the President’s direct intervention.

A spokesperson for the family described the priest as a peaceful man devoted to humanitarian work and spiritual duty. They stressed that his kidnapping reflects a growing pattern of attacks targeting religious leaders, community figures, and vulnerable citizens in the region.

“We are begging President Tinubu to intervene. Our brother is not a politician or a wealthy man—he is a servant of God dedicated to helping people. We cannot continue living in fear while he remains in captivity,” the family pleaded.

Community members have also joined their voices in the call for decisive action, urging security agencies to intensify search-and-rescue efforts. Many described the priest’s abduction as a painful reminder of the deteriorating security situation in parts of Kaduna, where kidnappings for ransom have become an alarming reality.

Civil society groups and religious bodies have further echoed the family’s appeal, noting that the safety of clergy members is vital for maintaining social harmony and community trust. They warned that persistent attacks on religious leaders weaken the morale of citizens and threaten the fabric of local communities.

As the nation awaits further developments, the family continues to hold on to hope, praying for divine intervention while relying on the government to act swiftly. Their message to the President is simple yet urgent: every minute counts.

For now, the fate of the abducted priest remains uncertain, but the call for action grows louder—demanding a response that reassures not only the family but all Nigerians who fear the rising tide of insecurity.