According to reports, the victims were travelling in a bus, primarily choir members, when they were ambushed by the attackers. The exact number of abductees is uncertain, but a source familiar with the situation estimated that at least twenty-five individuals were taken captive.
The abductors abandoned the bus by the roadside after seizing the church members. The police were promptly alerted to the incident, and the anti-kidnapping squad, along with other tactical teams, have been deployed to the area to initiate rescue efforts.
The police spokesperson in Ondo, Funmilayo Odunlami-Omisanya, confirmed the abduction and stated that authorities are actively pursuing the kidnappers with the aim of securing the release of the victims. She also mentioned that the incident was reported on Friday afternoon, triggering a swift police response.
The abduction of church members during their journey to a burial ceremony has raised concerns about the security situation in the area. Authorities are making efforts to ensure the safe return of the kidnapped individuals and to bring the perpetrators to justice.