Rev. Fr. Jeremiah Yakubu, the kidnapped Kaduna Catholic Priest, has regained his freedom barely 24 hours after his abduction.
This was made known by the Chancellor of Kafanchan Diocese, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Uchechowe Okolo, who disclosed this on Monday night via a statement made available to Journalists in Kaduna state.
He said “With hearts filled with joy, we raise our voices in a symphony of praises as we announce the return of our brother, Rev. Fr. Jeremiah Yakubu, who was abducted by armed persons from the Rectory at Holy Trinity Parish, Karku, in Kauru Local Government Area, Kaduna State, at the late hours of Sunday June 11, 2023.
“Fr. Jerry was released this evening, 12 June, 2023. We want to thank all those who have offered prayers and entreaties for the quick release of our 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.
“All our Priests are directed to kindly celebrate Mass of Thanksgiving to God tomorrow, 13 June, 2023 for the quick release of Fr. Jerry Yakubu,” Rev. Fr. Okolo stated.