Gunmen have abducted a senior clergy member of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) and Chairman of its Board of Trustees, Rev. Prof. Sunday B. Agang, in Plateau State.
themomentng reports that the cleric was reportedly kidnapped from his residence in Farin Gida area of Jos by unidentified gunmen.
The development was also announced in a message circulated on the church’s official WhatsApp platform, informing members of the abduction and urging them to pray for the cleric’s safe return.
“We are deeply saddened to inform you that Rev. Prof. Sunday B. Agang, Chairman, ECWA Board of Trustees and former Provost of Jos ECWA Theological Seminary, was reportedly taken in the early hours of today,” the message read.
The church leadership appealed to believers and well-wishers to pray for Agang’s safety and swift release.
“We call on all believers and people of goodwill to rise in earnest prayer at this critical time. Let us intercede for his divine protection, safety, and immediate release. We trust in God’s sovereignty and power to intervene and bring him back unharmed,” the statement added.
It further quoted a biblical passage to encourage members.
“‘God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble’ (Psalm 46:1). Please continue to stand in prayer,” the message stated.
The incident comes amid growing concerns over attacks on religious leaders and worshippers. On Sunday, eight members of the ECWA church were also abducted in Kwara State.
