Widow of Plateau Clergy Killed by Bandits: “They Told Me I Won’t See My Husband Alive”

Widow of Plateau Clergy Killed by Bandits: They Told Me I Wont See My Husband Alive

  • Posted by Jimmy Iweh
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The abduction and murder of Pastor Emmanuel Hills, a Ghanaian missionary and Senior Pastor of Wonderful Grace of God Ministry in Plateau State, has sent shockwaves through the Christian community, as his widow recounts the harrowing details of the attack by suspected Fulani bandits on Friday, August 28. The incident occurred along the Jos to Bokkos route when armed men intercepted the vehicle carrying Pastor Hills, his wife, Pastor Gabriel Dipak of the Christ Apostolic Church, and other passengers. The attackers, identified by the widow as Fulani-speaking gunmen, forced the vehicle to stop, robbed the passengers of their valuables, and specifically targeted the two clergymen for abduction.

According to Mrs. Hills, the gunmen immediately recognized her husband and Pastor Dipak as men of God and seized them without hesitation. As they dragged the pastors into the bush, one of the attackers turned to her and coldly declared she would never see her husband alive again. Her account, shared in a viral video on social media, paints a chilling picture of the violence and fear experienced during the ordeal. She confirmed that the assailants were armed with various guns and weapons, and despite her desperate pleas for mercy, they showed no compassion.

The next morning, on Saturday, August 29, the body of Pastor Emmanuel Hills was discovered near the site of the abduction, confirming the grim prediction made by the attackers. He was also the treasurer of the Bokkos chapter of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), a position that underscored his leadership and dedication within the church. His death has left behind five children and a grieving widow who now faces an uncertain future.

Mrs. Hills described her husband as a devoted servant of God and a respected figure in the Bokkos Christian community. She expressed deep sorrow over losing her spouse and becoming a widow while her children are now fatherless. The incident has reignited concerns over insecurity in Plateau State, particularly along major routes where armed groups continue to operate with impunity. Authorities have yet to make any arrests or announce investigations into the killing.

This tragic event highlights the growing threat faced by religious leaders and civilians in northern Nigeria, especially in areas plagued by cattle rustling and ethnic violence. The case of Pastor Hills underscores the urgent need for stronger security measures and protection for vulnerable communities. As the nation mourns another loss to violence, calls for justice and peace grow louder among church leaders and civil society groups.