The victims, who were taken during an assault on the church last week, regained freedom on Sunday.
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has confirmed the release of 38 individuals who were abducted during the attack on Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area.
The victims, who were taken during an assault on the church last week, regained freedom on Sunday.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor said the development followed days of coordinated efforts by security agencies and federal authorities.
He noted that President Bola Tinubu had directed increased security operations in response to the incidents in Kwara and Kebbi states, including the deployment of additional tactical teams to Kwara.
AbdulRazaq expressed appreciation to the Office of the National Security Adviser, the Department of State Services, the Nigerian Army, the Nigeria Intelligence Agency and the Nigeria Police Force for their roles in the rescue operation.
He also commended community leaders and residents for their support during the period.
Security agencies have yet to release further details on how the victims were freed or whether arrests were made.
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