The kidnapped, Kaduna Catholic Priest, of St. Charles Catholic Church, Zambina in Kauru local government area of Kaduna State, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Silas on Tuesday regained his freedom from his captors.
The Priest regained his freedom 24 hours after his abduction on Monday.
The Chancellor, Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Uchechukwu Okolo, confirmed the release of Father Silas in a statement on Tuesday.
Rev. Fr. Silas was on Monday, kidnapped from the Father’s house at St. Charles Catholic Church, Zambina in Kauru local government area of the state.
“With hearts filled with joy, we raise our voices in a symphony of praises as we announce the return of our brother, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Silas, who was abducted by armed persons from the Rectory at St. Charles Catholic Church, Zambina in Kauru Local Government Area, Kaduna State, at the early hours of 04th July, 2022.
“Barely 24 hours after his abduction, Fr. Emmanuel Silas was released around 9.00pm same day he was kidnapped.
“We want to thank all those who have offered prayers and entreaties for the quick release of our Priest and others who are still in the dens of their kidnappers
“We pray God to hasten the release of those who are still in the hands of their captors
“All our Priests are directed to kindly celebrate Mass of Thanksgiving to God for the quick release of Fr. Emmanuel Silas.” The Chancellor said.
