The remaining 16 out of the 40 worshippers bandits abducted at Bege Baptist Church, Madala near Buruku in Chikun local government area of Kaduna State have regained freedom.
Bandits abducted no fewer than 40 worshippers during service on Sunday, May 7. But many of them miraculously returned home, leaving 16 with the abductors.
Speaking to journalists on Monday, Kaduna chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. John Hayab, expressed gratitude to the Muslim community in the area.
He said: “The Muslim community where the worshippers were abducted contributed money and bought a motorcycle as part of the ransom required for the release of their Christian brothers and sisters in captivity.
“This goes to show good, caring and sincere neighbours that practically showed concern to the plight of their brothers and sisters that were abducted and their sincere wish that they return home to live together with them in peace and harmony.”
He said the exemplary act by the Muslim community in Madala should be emulated by all in other parts of the State for a united and peaceful coexistence.
He stated the Muslim community has shown that one does not need to be educated before doing the needful, pointing out that Nigerians from all walks of life should be their brothers’ keepers to eliminate all forms of insecurity.
Hayab explained the 16 remaining abducted worshippers were released on Sunday with many of them reuniting with their families while those with injuries are receiving treatment in a hospital
Source- Nation
