A pastor has miraculously survived a deadly attack on his church in Eruku, Kwara State, by hiding from armed bandits who stormed the worship center, killing several congregants and abducting numerous others.
The Aftermath of Terror
In a chilling video shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the pastor revealed the exact spot where he concealed himself during the violent assault. The footage, captured by user @Yemi_of_Lagos who visited the church after the attack, shows extensive damage to the building with multiple bullet holes visible on windows and walls.
The attack resulted in the death of at least two worshippers and the kidnapping of approximately 38 individuals, including church members. The visitor documented the tragic scene, including the specific location where one church member was fatally shot by the attackers.
Pastor's Miraculous Escape
During the video presentation, the pastor emotionally recounted his harrowing experience, showing the precise hiding place that saved his life. He described how bandits took complete control of the church building and began shooting randomly.
"God didn't let them see me," the pastor stated in the video. "They were shooting here and there, but somehow they missed my hiding spot."
The religious leader emphasized that gunshots came from every direction during the attack, creating a terrifying atmosphere for everyone present. His survival he attributes to divine intervention amid the chaos.
Evidence of Destruction
The video evidence provides stark visual proof of the violence that unfolded during the attack. Viewers can clearly see doors that were broken down by the bandits to gain entry, along with numerous bullet impacts throughout the church premises.
This incident adds to the growing concern about security challenges in Kwara State and across Nigeria, where places of worship have increasingly become targets for criminal elements. The Eruku church attack represents another tragic episode in the ongoing banditry crisis affecting various regions of the country.
In a related development, a Nigerian doctor recently identified his cousin among the victims rescued from the Eruku church attack, highlighting the personal impact these incidents have on families and communities across the nation.
