Suspected terrorists have launched a Kwara church attack abduct 9 worshippers in Oro-Ago community, located in Ifelodun Local Government Area, throwing residents into panic.
The Kwara church attack abduct 9 worshippers incident reportedly occurred during a Sunday service, when heavily armed gunmen stormed the church premises and carried out the operation.
According to sources who spoke to SaharaReporters, the attackers arrived unexpectedly while worship was ongoing, causing chaos as residents and church members fled for safety.
A local source confirmed that at least nine individuals were forcefully taken away by the assailants to an unknown destination.
“Yes, I can confirm to you that nine people were kidnapped today and whisked away by the assailants,” the source revealed.
Residents of Oro-Ago have expressed deep concern following the Kwara church attack abduct 9 worshippers, as fear continues to spread across the community.
The attackers are suspected to be bandits operating within parts of the region, raising fresh concerns about growing insecurity in Kwara State.
The attack comes amid heightened security alerts in the state. Intelligence reports had earlier warned of possible coordinated attacks targeting three local government areas in Kwara South Senatorial District.
The affected areas include: Ifelodun Local Government Area, Irepodun Local Government Area, Isin Local Government Area.
The planned attacks were reportedly scheduled for March 23 and March 28, 2026, prompting security agencies to intensify surveillance and preventive measures.
Community members have called on security agencies, including the Kwara State Police Command, to take immediate action and ensure the safe rescue of the kidnapped victims.
As of the time of filing this report, authorities are yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident or confirm any rescue operations.
The Kwara church attack abduct 9 worshippers highlights the urgent need for strengthened security presence in vulnerable communities across the state.
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