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(OSV News) — The Diocese of Auchi, Nigeria, announced the death of a young seminarian who, along with two fellow seminarians, was kidnapped by bandits in July.
In a statement published Nov. 4, Father Linus Imoedemhe, assistant director of communications for the diocese, said that while two of the seminarians — Japhet Jesse and Joshua Aleobua– were released, the third, Emmanuel Alabi, died “in the course of the ordeal.”
“The Diocese of Auchi remains committed to the values of faith, peace, and justice, trusting in God’s infinite mercy to bring comfort to the bereaved family, the seminary community, and all those affected by this tragedy,” the statement read.
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In a statement published Nov. 4, Father Linus Imoedemhe, assistant director of communications for the diocese, said that while two of the seminarians — Japhet Jesse and Joshua Aleobua– were released, the third, Emmanuel Alabi, died “in the course of the ordeal.”
‘Deep pain and sorrow’
Bishop Gabriel Dunia of Auchi “has expressed his deep pain and sorrow over the loss of the young seminarian and has called on security agencies to intensify efforts toward protecting the lives and property of all citizens,” Father Imoedemhe said.“The Diocese of Auchi remains committed to the values of faith, peace, and justice, trusting in God’s infinite mercy to bring comfort to the bereaved family, the seminary community, and all those affected by this tragedy,” the statement read.
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Nigeria: Diocese mourns following death of kidnapped teen seminarian
Bishop Gabriel Dunia of Auchi "expressed his deep pain and sorrow over the loss of the young seminarian" and urged intensified efforts to protect people.
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