Gunmen assault and rob Catholic priest in Benue

A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Peter Kwen, was reportedly attacked by gunmen in Benue State.

The incident occurred round midnight on Friday, November 6, 2026 whereas he was getting back from Makurdi to Zaki Biam, Ilum Local Government Area of the state.

It was gathered that the attackers, suspected to be armed robbers, wounded the priest, dispossessed him of his belongings and deserted him unconscious by the roadside.

A Facebook consumer, Henry Ajiirbo, who confirmed the incident mentioned the priest is presently receiving medical consideration within the hospital.

He known as for prayers for the short restoration of the priest

“It is with deep sadness and concern that I share the unfortunate incident involving our beloved principal, Rev. Fr. Peter Kwen of St. Anthony’s Catholic Secondary School, Zaki Biam, who was reportedly attacked and beaten by armed robbers and is currently receiving medical attention in the hospital,” Ahe wrote.

“This is indeed a painful and disturbing experience. A man who has dedicated his life to serving God, educating young people and contributing to the development of society deserves peace and protection.

“At this tough second, our ideas and prayers are with him. We pray that Almighty God, via His infinite mercy, will grant him full therapeutic, restore his energy and provides him the braveness to beat this traumatic expertise.

“Father, may this unfortunate incident never take away your courage, faith and commitment to God’s work. We look forward to seeing you recover fully and return to us in good health.

“Let us all remember Rev. Fr. Peter Kwen in our prayers. May God heal him, protect him and grant him a speedy recovery. Amen.”