On Sunday, gunmen attacked the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) in Idiroko, Ogun State, and killed Prophet Yomi Adetula, 54, during a church service.
Reports state that three attackers stormed CCC Eagle Parish in Odo Eran, Idiroko, at 10:30 am, targeted the prophet, and shot him. They then mutilated his head with an axe to ensure his death.
Ogun State Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident, stating that the victim’s lifeless body was found in a pool of blood, his celestial garment stained.
“The victim had multiple gunshot wounds, and his head was damaged to confirm his death,” Odutola explained.
The attackers reportedly used a double-barrel gun and fled toward the border area.
The prophet’s body has been taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ilaro, and police have launched an investigation into the incident.
Normalcy has been restored, and more details are expected as the investigation continues.
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