Rev. Fr. John Inalegwu Otache, the Catholic priest kidnapped in Benue State, has reportedly regained his freedom following a rescue operation involving safety operatives and native vigilantes.
Otache, the Parish Priest of St. Margaret’s Parish, Ajegbe-Awume, in Ohimini Local Government Area, was kidnapped on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, alongside the Otobi Amejo-Ajegbe Road whereas returning house from Otukpo.
His abduction triggered anxiousness amongst members of the Catholic Diocese of Otukpo and residents of neighbouring communities, prompting prayers and appeals for his protected launch.
However, particulars of the operation stay sketchy, because the circumstances surrounding his rescue and his present well being situation have but to be confirmed.
