Rev. Fr. Benson Luka Yakusak in charge of St. Mathew’s Catholic Church, Anchuna in Zango-Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, who was kidnapped by suspected bandits has regained his freedom.
The Catholic priest, who was kidnapped on Monday night, September 13 was released on Tuesday.
Kafanchan Catholic Diocese in a statement signed by its Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Uchechukwu Okolo, confirmed the development on Wednesday and prayed for the release of other victims in captivity.
“Fr. Benson Bulus Luka is released,’ read, “With hearts filled with joy, we raise our voices in a symphony of praises as we announce the return of our Priest, Rev. Fr. Benson Bulus Luka. Fr. Benson was abducted by armed persons from his residence at St. Matthew’s Parish Anchuna, in Zango Kataf Local Government Area, Kaduna State, on Monday 13 September, 2021,” the statement read.
“Barely 24 hours after his kidnap, our beloved brother priest was released by his abductors. We want to thank all those that have offered prayers and entreaties for the quick release of our Brother 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” the statement read in part.
