A Prophet, Uhembe Jacob, of the Divine Shadow Church, in Daudu town, Guma local government of Benue State, has been reportedly killed by irate youth, after being accused of involvement in the disappearance of male genital organs of some men, in the area.
Recalled that Uhembe’s Church, as well as some buildings that were traced to him and another alleged accomplice, were burnt down last week over the same allegation.
The Clergy, who founded the church, was accused by members of the community, of charging N12,0000 or more, before reportedly curing victims of their missing genital organs.
The pastor, who was said to have been apprehended by the youths, while trying to escape to a village in Nasarawa State, was later murdered and buried in a shallow grave.
A local who refused to be named, said that rather than take refuge at the Daudu Divisional Police Post, he decided to run away out of fear.
It was gathered that Uhembe’s killing sparked protest by his Church members who on Sunday, trooped out with his posters, to demand justice for his killing.
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When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in charge of Benue State, Catherine Anene, who confirmed the unfortunate incident, said that the man was killed, while attempting to run away in his car.
Edited by Tunde Orebiyi
