The Ikabigbo Community in the Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State has been thrown into panic as a cleric Rev. Father Osia was abducted by gunmen.
He was whisked away from his residence by gunmen while preparing for Sunday Mass.
The traditional ruler of the community, Bramah Alegeh, who confirmed the incident, explained that efforts were on to ensure the release of the Catholic priest.
He further confirmed that the Army, in collaboration with local vigilante, were combing the bush to ensure the release of the cleric.
Meanwhile, SP Chidi Nwanbor, the state Police Command spokesman, promised to get back when contacted.
