The Ekiti State Police Command has confirmed the release of 14 worshippers abducted during an attack on a Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) crusade in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of the state.
The victims reportedly regained their freedom around midnight on Friday and are currently receiving medical attention at a hospital for evaluation and treatment.
Sources, however, confirmed that one of the 15 worshippers kidnapped during the incident died while in captivity.
The 14 survivors are said to be in critical physical and emotional condition following their ordeal.
The incident occurred on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, when suspected gunmen attacked an open-air crusade organised by the Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti.
The attackers killed the officiating pastor and abducted 15 worshippers, taking them to an unknown destination.
A senior police officer in Ekiti State confirmed the release of the victims but declined to provide further details on the circumstances surrounding their freedom.
