Anglican Archbishop and Driver Regain Freedom After One Month

After enduring a harrowing month in captivity, Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala, a senior Anglican cleric, has been released alongside his driver.

The news of their freedom was confirmed early Thursday morning when the Archbishop shared a brief yet profound message, “Praise the Lord!” on his Facebook page, prompting an outpouring of gratitude and relief from hundreds of commenters.

Archbishop Okpala, the retired Archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi, was abducted while traveling to Umuchu, a community in Anambra State, to attend a burial ceremony.

The incident sparked widespread concern and fervent prayers across the Anglican Communion and beyond.

Though the specifics surrounding his release remain unclear, the announcement has been met with widespread celebration on various Anglican social media platforms.

One such platform, the official Facebook page of St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, Nnewi, joined others in giving thanks for the cleric’s safe return.

This development marks the end of a distressing ordeal for the revered clergyman and his driver, as their release brings relief to their families, the church community, and concerned citizens who had awaited this news with bated breath.