Imo Police say working on release of kidnapped Bishop Moses Chikwe
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Imo Police Command has told the family and friends of the abducted Most Rev. Moses Chikwe of Owerri Catholic Arch Diocese, that it is working for his speedy release
By Victor Nwachukwu/Owerri
Imo Police Command has told the family and friends of the abducted Most Rev. Moses Chikwe of Owerri Catholic Arch Diocese, that it is working for his speedy release
The 53-year-old priest was kidnapped along with his chauffeur on Sunday.
SP Orlando Ikeokwu, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) told journalists on Tuesday in Owerri that the police had swung into action to ensure the release of the cleric.
Ikeokwu called on Catholic faithful in Nigeria not to panic but to remain prayerful in the spirit of the yuletide and hope for Chikwe’s release.
“We urge everyone to remain calm in the face of this unfortunate situation.
“We also assure the general public that the auxiliary Bishop will soon be reunited with his loved ones.
“Our anti-kidnapping unit, led by CSP Linus Nwaiwu, has been mobilised to ensure he is freed and the suspects arrested,’’ the PPRO said.
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