Kaduna – Gunmen abducted Rev. Fr. Ibrahim Amos, a Catholic priest, from his residence in Kaduna State early Thursday morning, April 24, 2025. The priest kidnapped in Kaduna serves St. Gerald Quasi Parish in Kurmin Risga, Kauru Local Government Area.
Abduction Shakes Community
Armed men reportedly entered the priest’s home around 12:15 a.m. and took him away to an unknown location. The abduction has deeply concerned the local community. This incident is the latest attack on clergy in southern Kaduna, an area facing persistent security problems, including banditry and kidnappings, especially in Kauru LGA.
Diocese Confirms Kidnapping, Asks for Prayers
The Chancellor of the Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan, Rev. Fr. Jacob Shanet, confirmed the abduction. He described it as “deeply saddening” in a statement. Fr. Shanet asked Catholics and the public to pray for Fr. Amos’s quick and safe return. “We solicit your prayers for his quick and safe release,” he said.
Call for Calm as Search Begins
Fr. Shanet urged calm and asked people not to take matters into their own hands. He assured that the Diocese would use “every legitimate and available means” to secure Fr. Amos’s safe return.
Security forces have reportedly started operations to find and rescue Fr. Amos. The Kaduna State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, could not be reached for comment.
Kayode Ojo
