Ghana's High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa, has mobilised efforts to ensure the safe and prompt return of a deacon from the Church of Pentecost (CoP) who was kidnapped on Sunday, October 29, 2023, during a church service.

This incident followed a robbery at gunpoint in which members of the Johannesburg branch of the Ghanaian CoP had their valuables taken.

In a statement issued on Monday, the High Commission of Ghana confirmed its collaboration with the Church of Pentecost and the South African Police Service (SAPS) to expedite the release and return of the abducted deacon to his family.

The statement reads, "Mission is presently working with the Church in cooperation with the South Africa Police Service (SAPS) to ensure the speedy and safe release and return of the victim to his family."

The High Commission assured the public that the South African Police Service is fully engaged in the matter, making all necessary efforts to ensure the safe return of the Ghanaian citizen who was taken hostage.

Furthermore, the High Commission offered safety advice to all members of the Ghanaian community in South Africa, urging them to take necessary precautions to safeguard their well-being.

The mission pledged to keep the community informed of any significant developments related to the case.