A Nigerian pastor identified as Akoh has reportedly been k!lled by suspected k!dnappers after a delay in the payment of ransom demanded for his release.
The incident was disclosed by an Abuja-based cleric, Peter Attayi Yakubu, in a Facebook post on Monday, May 25, 2026.
According to Bishop Yakubu, the pastor was k!lled three days after being abd¥cted, allegedly due to delays in meeting the k!dnappers’ ransom demands.
The development has sparked renewed concern over rising insecurity and k!dnapping incidents in parts of Nigeria, particularly cases involving clergy and other vulnerable groups.
“My heart is bleeding. Oh my son, pastor Akoh. He was my chief usher. He served well and was impacted with the prophetic grace then God asked him to go start his own ministry and he is doing well,” Bishop wrote.
“Kaiii recently he begged for my fatherly visit to his church which I told him I will come in September.
“How can kidnappers k!ll pastor Akoh under 3 days with claim that ransom delayed. Oh God, the wife is even breastfeeding a new baby.”