POLICE In The Ruvuma Region Have Confirmed The Safe Recovery Of Father Camillius Nikata, A Catholic Priest From The Archdiocese Of Songea, Who Had Been Reported Missing Since October 9, 2025. Father Nikata, Who Also Lectures At St. Augustine University Of Tanzania (Saut), Was Found Alive And Unharmed In The Farmlands Of Mawa Village, Located In Hanga Ward, Namtumbo District.
Speaking To The Press, Ruvuma Regional Police Commander, Senior Assistant Commissioner Of Police (SACP) Marco Chilya, Revealed That Preliminary Investigations Suggest The Priest May Have Gone Missing Voluntarily. According To Police Findings, One Of The Contributing Factors Was Emotional Distress Following The End Of A Long-Term Relationship. The Woman, Who Had Been In A Relationship With Father Nikata For Nine Years And Had Reportedly Been Supporting Him Throughout That Time, Had Recently Ended The Relationship.
Commander Chilya Assured The Public That Father Nikata Is In Stable Condition And Is Receiving Appropriate Care. Authorities Are Continuing With Investigations To Gain A Clearer Understanding Of The Circumstances Surrounding His Disappearance.
The Incident Has Sparked Widespread Conversation On Social Media And Within Local Communities, Particularly Concerning Mental Health And Emotional Well-Being Among Clergy And Public Figures. Church Officials Have Yet To Issue An Official Statement.
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