Terrorists on Tuesday stormed a branch of the Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, in Eruku town, under Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing three worshippers and abducting several others, including the pastor.
The incident has reportedly sent panic and tears in the community.
According to SaharaReporters, the attackers invaded the church during a meeting and immediately opened fire, sending worshippers running for cover.
A video of the incident was also shared by the online news outlet.
It stated that three members were reportedly shot dead on the spot before the assailants seized an unspecified number of people.
“The gunmen came in suddenly and started shooting. Three people were killed instantly,” one source said. “They gathered others at gunpoint and marched them into the bush. We still don’t know the exact number taken.”
The attackers reportedly escaped through bush paths that connect Eruku to neighbouring communities, leaving residents in panic and confusion.
As of the time of filing this report, there hasn’t been any official reaction from the Kwara State Police Command or the state government about the incident.
