ERCC Demands Action After Pastor Habu's Abduction in 2026

The Evangelical Reformed Church of Christ (ERCC) has called for urgent action from the Nasarawa State Government and security agencies following the abduction of its pastor, Rev. Monday Habu, by gunmen in Gudi Ginda, Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Area, on October 28, 2026. The church condemned the incident, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, and demanded increased security personnel and patrols along the Akwanga-Gudi road, deemed unsafe for residents and travelers.

This abduction heightens concerns over security in the area, especially as it follows the recent release of another church member, Daniel Philip Affiku, who had also been kidnapped. The church warned that the ongoing kidnappings threaten community coexistence and urged the government and police to enhance surveillance and security measures.

The Nasarawa State House of Assembly had also raised alarms about a resurgence of kidnappings, with Speaker Danladi Jatau and member Solomon Yakubu Akwashiki highlighting the fear and disruption caused by these incidents.