Peter Ekweli
Rev. Fr. Peter Ekweli is a Catholic priest serving at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Ivukwa, Edo State, Nigeria. He made headlines after being abducted and held captive for nine days before being released by his kidnappers. His ordeal highlighted the ongoing challenges of security and safety faced by religious figures in Nigeria, where kidnapping for ransom has become increasingly common.
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Recent news mentions
Rev Fr Peter Ekweli had been freed and reunited with the church after being kidnapped.
Okpebholo meets security chiefs over killings, abductions
Nigeria· 2025-03-18
He was abducted on March 3, along with Rev. Fr. Peter Ekweli, who was later released.
Okpebholo meets security chiefs as protests persist in EdoNigeria· 2025-03-17Rev. Fr. Peter Ekweli was kidnapped alongside Seminarian Peter Andrew but was later rescued.
Kidnapped Edo seminarian killed, rescued priest recovering– PoliceNigeria· 2025-03-14
Rev. Fr. Peter Ekweli has been released by his abductors after being kidnapped for nine days.
Abducted Edo Catholic priest regains freedomNigeria· 2025-03-13