Wednesday, May 28, 2025 - Abductors of the three members of the Deeper Life Bible Church in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, have reportedly demanded a N15million ransom for their release.
The church members were abducted Monday evening, May 26,
while returning from Bible Study at Kasemola area, in Ogbese community.
A family source told newsmen that the abductors have opened
line of communication with the family and the leadership of the Deeper Life
Bible Church.
The source said: “Yes, they have contacted us and have
demanded for a ransom of N5 million per victim.
“We are raising money from well wishes and church members to
be able to pay the ransom.”
Meanwhile, the church leaders have organised prayer warriors
to intercede for the release of the kidnapped church members.
A source in the church, who confirmed the development said:
“We have reported the incident to the police and Amotekun Corps in the
state.”
The state police command spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka,
confirmed the abduction of the three church members.
Ayanlade said that police detectives were already combing
the forest to locate and secure their release.
According to him, “I can confirm to you that there is an
issue of kidnapping but I cannot confirm the number of the victims for
now,”
He noted that efforts were ongoing to apprehend the culprits
and bring the situation under control.
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