Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau state, North Central Nigeria Rev. James Kantoma who was kidnapped by gunmen have regained his freedom.
Kantoma who doubles as the Catholic priest in charge of St Anthony’s Parish in Jos East LGA was kidnapped at his church compound in Angware community, in the early hours of Monday when gunmen invaded the community.
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Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria Plateau North Rev. Nenman Gowan who confirmed the release on Thursday in Jos said the Priest is in stable condition but undergoing treatment and rehabilitation after suffering varying degrees of traumatic experience.
He did not however mention if any ransom was paid before the release of the Catholic Priest.
The abductors had earlier on demanded 50 Million Naira as ransom.
(Editor : Ena Agbanoma)
