THE Methodist Church presbyter, Very Reverend Kayode Akande and two other prominent leaders of the church, simply identified as Mr Bankole and Mr Omodunbi, who were allegedly abducted by suspected Fulani herdsmen along Osogbo-Iwo expressway last Sunday have been released from the captivity. Prior to their release, local vigilante members, assisted by the Police have combed the forest along Osogbo-Iwo road, searching for the Methodist priest and two others. When contacted, the Bishop of Methodist Church diocese in Osogbo, Most Reverend Amos Ogunrinde confirmed their release to newsmen, saying they were in good condition and that they have been reunited with their respective family members. Okodua, who spoke during a telephone chat with our correspondent posited that “we are happy over the release of the Methodist church clergy and others, who were kidnapped. I would say what I have been saying over time that government should work more on providing effective security in the nation”.

Source: Nigerian Tribune June 15, 2018 11:36 UTC