Rita Odafe
Tensions are high in Anambra State as the whereabouts of Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala, former Archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi, remain uncertain.
Reports from Daily Post indicate that the Archbishop was last seen on Friday when he set off for Umuchu, a local community.
As of this moment, the status of the Archbishop and his driver is unknown, raising concerns about a potential abduction.
The Bishop of Nnewi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Ndubuisi Obi, issued a prayer alert on Saturday, calling for prayers for the Archbishop’s safe return.
The alert states: “PRAYER ALERT from BISHOP Ndubuisi Obi of Nnewi Diocese.”
Beloved members of the faith,
With heavy hearts, we share concerning news about our esteemed leader, Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala, who has been missing since yesterday morning.
He left for Umuchu with his driver but unfortunately failed to reach his destination. There has been no contact since, and there is no sign of either him or his vehicle.
We urgently ask for your dedicated prayers for their safety and for their swift return. We have notified the appropriate authorities and place our trust in God for a positive outcome.
Kindly join us in these prayers, believing in the Lord’s vigilant protection to bring our cherished Father in God and his driver back to us safely.
Thank you for supporting us during this challenging time.
+Ndubuisi Nnewi.”
Upon inquiry, Toochukwu Ikenga, the Police Public Relations Officer for Anambra State, stated he was not aware of the situation.
It is worth noting that Anambra State has been experiencing a rise in activities linked to unidentified armed groups.
