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CATHOLIC PRIEST ABDUCTED AS BANDITS STRIKE SOUTHERN KADUNA, LEAVING TRAIL OF DEATH AND FEAR.

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By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
18- NOV- 2025

Banditry once again erupted in Southern Kaduna in the early hours of Monday, as armed attackers invaded Kushe Gugdu village in the Kagarko Local Government Area, abducting a Catholic priest and several residents, and killing a relative of another priest during the violent raid.

According to the Kaduna Catholic Archdiocese, the attackers stormed St. Stephen Parish under the cover of darkness and forcefully took away the parish priest, Rev. Fr. Bobbo Paschal, from his residence. The incident was confirmed in an official communication to clergy members, signed by the Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Christian Okewu Emmanuel. He described the attack as a tragic blow to the church and the wider community, noting that multiple villagers were also seized during the operation.

The Chancellor also disclosed that the brother of Rev. Fr. Anthony Yero was brutally killed during the assault, deepening the sorrow and shock felt across the region. He appealed to all people of goodwill to unite in prayer for the safe return of the abducted individuals and for the peaceful repose of the deceased.

This latest incident adds to a troubling pattern of unchecked violence across Kaduna State. Just days earlier, Amnesty International raised alarm over another attack in Gidan Waya, Lere Local Government Area, where terrorists abducted 12 individuals—including an ECWA pastor and several minors aged 13, 14, and 15—and killed four others. In a public statement, the global rights organisation called on Nigerian authorities to take urgent steps to rescue the captives and to end the persistent cycle of insecurity.

Amnesty International condemned the November 11 attack as yet another example of the government’s continued failure to safeguard vulnerable communities in northern Nigeria. The organisation emphasized that the recurrent assaults have created an atmosphere of fear, instability, and grief for residents who remain unprotected from armed criminal groups.

 

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2Baba Cries Out For Help in Now Deleted Instagram Post

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This morning, 2Baba posted “Help Me” on his Instagram stories, but less than 20 minutes later, the message vanished.

For the past few days, his relationship with his current wife, Senator Natasha Osawaru, has been under serious scrutiny, as a series of public incidents have surfaced and fuelled widespread speculation about the state of their marriage.

His cry for help should not be taken lightly. But who will answer him?

Will it be his family, his close friends, or the entertainment industry that has benefited from his legendary career?

At this point, one thing is clear. The music icon seems to be calling for real support and those around him cannot afford to look away.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Attack Gov. Otti’s Advance Team In Imo, As Scores Were Kidnapped From A Bus Along Owerri-Road Road

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An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite axis in Imo State.

The three-member team was en route to Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Owerri, when the attack occurred shortly before the airport junction.

In a statement electronically signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Abia Government clarified that Governor Otti’s main convoy was not involved in the incident and was nowhere near the location at the time.

“The convoy of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, was not attacked. No member of the advance team or any other person sustained injury, and no life was lost,” the statement stressed, urging the public to disregard rumours suggesting otherwise.

It was learned that Security agencies have been notified, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

Meanwhile, a commercial bus plying along Owerri -Aba road towards the Ngor Okpala axis was attacked Monday and scores of passengers were feared kidnapped by yet-to-identify gunmen.

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Gunmen attack Ngige’s convoy in Anambra

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The convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, was attacked by gunmen in Umuoji, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Ngige who confirmed the incident to newsmen, stated that he was not in the convoy when the attack occurred. He mentioned that several people were shot and injured.

“I was not in the convoy. I’m still alive and well. Those hoodlums have started again. I came to my state to relax, but what happened is unfortunate. I will go back to Abuja. But I assure those who did this, they will not go unpunished.” he said

The vehicles were reportedly returning from a mechanic workshop in Nkpor when the gunmen struck along the busy Umuoji–Nkpor Road leading to Alor, Ngige’s hometown.

According to Mr. Fred Chukwulobelu, Ngige’s former Special Adviser on Media, a policeman in the pilot car was shot, and the attackers, dressed in police and army uniforms, took away his gun and uniform.

He also confirmed that a woman filming the incident was fatally shot. He added that a shop owner who rushed out to see what was happening was also shot; he lost significant blood and is scheduled for surgery, but is expected to recover fully.

The pilot car was riddled with bullets, while the wounded escort leader has undergone surgery and is also expected to recover.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command said it has launched a state-wide manhunt for the perpetrators.

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