The Nigerian House of Representatives calls for the immediate rescue of worshippers abducted after a deadly church attack in Ekiti State. The lawmakers make their demand in a resolution following consideration of an urgent motion related to the incident in Ilejemeje Local Government Area. Sources report that the attack results in the death of a pastor and the abduction of several worshippers, prompting calls for action by security agencies.
Across the outlets, lawmakers urge coordinated and intensified security operations aimed at locating the victims and securing their release. They also call for stronger preventive measures in vulnerable communities to reduce the risk of similar attacks. In addition, the resolution calls for the perpetrators to be arrested and brought to justice.
The House directs attention to the role of federal and security authorities, emphasizing the need for more effective responses to attacks and abductions tied to violence in the region.
