- Released Unconditionally and in Good Health
- Police Yet to Gather Full Details of the Incident
Two Catholic reverend sisters, Vincentia Nwankwo and Grace Okoli of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Mother of Christ congregation, have regained their freedom after spending six harrowing days in captivity.
The sisters were abducted last Tuesday along Ufuma Road in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State while returning from a vocational association meeting in Ogboji.
Their release, confirmed on Monday by Maria Ikeotuonye, Secretary General of the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, was described as unconditional. Ikeotuonye also stated that both sisters are in good health, expressing gratitude to God and supporters for their prayers during the ordeal.
“I bring to your notice in joy that our dear Sisters Vincentia Maria Nwankwo and Grace Mariette Okoli, who were kidnapped in the evening of Tuesday, January 7, 2025, have been released unconditionally and in good health,” the statement read.
Police Await Victims’ Brief
Confirming the development, Tochukwu Ikenga, spokesperson for the Anambra State Police Command, said the command is yet to receive a full account of the circumstances surrounding the abduction and release.
“Yes, we are hearing that the two nuns have been released, but the command is yet to take the brief from the victims to ascertain what happened. Further details shall be communicated,” Ikenga stated.
The incident highlights growing concerns over security challenges in the region, with many calling for more robust measures to protect residents and religious leaders from such threats.
