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Father Thomas Oyode, the rector of the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Nigeria’s Diocese of Auchi who was abducted Oct. 27, has regained his freedom.
A statement issued Thursday by Father Peter Egielewa, director of communications for the diocese, provided details of Oyode’s release, relaying the gratitude of Bishop Gabriel Ghiakhomo Dunia of Auchi.
“The Catholic Diocese of Auchi wishes to announce the release of Rev. Father Thomas Oyode from the hands of his abductors,” Egielewa said, adding that the kidnapped priest was set free at about 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6.
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A statement issued Thursday by Father Peter Egielewa, director of communications for the diocese, provided details of Oyode’s release, relaying the gratitude of Bishop Gabriel Ghiakhomo Dunia of Auchi.
“The Catholic Diocese of Auchi wishes to announce the release of Rev. Father Thomas Oyode from the hands of his abductors,” Egielewa said, adding that the kidnapped priest was set free at about 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6.
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Rector of minor seminary in Nigeria released after 10-day captivity
Father Thomas Oyode, the rector of the Immaculate Conception Minor Seminary in Nigeria’s Diocese of Auchi who was abducted Oct. 27, has been freed.
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