There was panic in Kaduna state as Some bandits reportedly kidnapped at least 40 worshippers while 15 others managed to escape during service at Bege Baptist Church, Madala on Buruku Baringi road in the Chikun Local Government Area of the state.

This incident was confirmed by the chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria, Kaduna State chapter, Rev. John Hayab in a chat with news newsmen today May 8, 2023, in Kaduna.

Hayab said the incident happened at about 9:30 am when the worshippers were in the Sunday service.

“The worshippers were in the Sunday service in the Church when around 9:30 am they heard gunshots very close to the Church. The gunmen attacked the Church and went away with 40 worshippers,” he said.

He, however, added that 15 of the abducted worshippers escaped, leaving behind 25 others who were at present in the kidnappers’ den.

“Along the way, somehow 15 of the kidnapped persons returned remaining the rest 25 who are presently in captivity without any word from their abductors,” he said.

Hayab added that efforts were being made to contact the abductors on the remaining 25 victims.