The National Deacon of the Church of Pentecost (CoP) in South Africa,Elder Emmanuel Cudjoe, who was previously kidnapped by gunmen has safely returned home according to CitiNews.

Evidence of his release was documented in a WhatsApp conversation, as reported by citinewsroom.com

The National Head Pastor in South Africa, Apostle A. Yiadom-Boakye, stated: “God has done it, dear saints. By the grace of God, the National Deacon, Elder Emmanuel Cudjoe, has now returned home, alive. God has done it again, miraculously. Thank you for your prayers.”

During a church service on Sunday, October 29, 2023, members of the Johannesburg branch of the Ghanaian Church of Pentecost were subjected to an armed robbery, and a deacon from the church was kidnapped.

The High Commission of Ghana in Pretoria, South Africa, has offered assurances that they are collaborating with the Church of Pentecost and the South African Police Service (SAPS) to ensure the prompt and safe return of the CoP deacon. In a statement released on Monday, the High Commission of Ghana stated, "The Mission is currently working with the Church in cooperation with the South African Police Service (SAPS) to ensure the swift and safe return of the victim to his family."

The statement also conveyed that the South African Police are fully committed to resolving the matter and ensuring the safe return of their compatriot.

As of now, both the Church of Pentecost and Ghana's Mission in South Africa have not officially issued a statement regarding the latest developments.