Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers abducted the wife of the Anglican Bishop of Ikeduru Diocese, Emmanuel Maduwuike, on Friday.

A source said that the victim, Mrs. Anuri Maduwuike, was abducted on Thursday while she was going home from Owerri, Imo State.

While another source said the prelate’s wife was double-crossed at Ekemele by gunmen and was taken away to an unknown destination.

Also, Emperror Iwuala, told news correspond that “wife of the Anglican bishop of Ikeduru Diocese Mrs. Anuri Maduwuike, was kidnapped yesterday (Thursday) by unknown gunmen.”

“We need prayers for God’s intervention for the safety and freedom of the Lord’s handmaid.”

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Orlando Ikeokwu, confirmed the incident when contacted by our Correspondent.

The Police spokesperson told our Correspondent that Mrs. Maduwuike’s abductors had yet to establish contacts with her family.