Tragedy as Catholic Diocese Confirms Killing of Abducted Priest in Kaduna

The Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan, Kaduna, has confirmed the death of Rev. Fr. Sylvester Okechukwu, who was killed just a day after being kidnapped.

Okechukwu served as the pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church, Tachira, in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

This was announced in a statement signed by the Chancellor of the Diocese, Rev.Fr. Jacob Shanet. 

According to the statement, Okechukwu was killed in the early hours of Wednesday after being kidnapped from his residence on Tuesday night.

“After being taken by his abductors, we regret to inform you that Fr Sylvester was cruelly killed in the early hours of Wednesday, March 5.

“It is yet to be determined why he was killed,” he said.

“This untimely and brutal loss has left us broken and devastated. He was always available and accessible to his parishioners.

“His untimely death has left an indelible void within our diocesan family, and we share in the pain of his passing with his family, friends and all those who loved him,” Shanet said.

Source: NAN