Nigerian priest kidnapped; ransom reduced to ₦20 million as parishioners seek help.

Rev. Fr. John Ubaechu, a Catholic priest from Imo State, Nigeria, was kidnapped while en route to a priests' retreat. The kidnappers initially demanded ₦50 million but reduced the ransom to ₦20 million for his release. The parishioners are concerned and are calling for help from the state government and security agencies to rescue him.