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Fr. John Ubaechu. Credit: Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri

Catholic Priest Abducted from Owerri in Nigeria Regains Freedom, Chancellor Appreciates “fraternal solidarity, prayers”

Mar 29, 2025

Fr. John Ubaechu, who was abducted on March 23 from the Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri has regained his freedom, an official of the Nigerian Metropolitan See has confirmed. 

Fr. John Ubaechu. Credit: Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri

Nigeria’s Owerri Catholic Archdiocese Appeals for Prayers for “quick and safe release” of Abducted Priest

Mar 24, 2025

The Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri is appealing for prayers for the speedy and “safe release” of Fr. John Ubaechu, who was abducted on Sunday, March 23.

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