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Gunmen abduct dozens of worshippers from multiple Nigerian churches using sophisticated weapons

close Video Trump signals more action against ISIS in Nigeria if more Christians are targeted Foundation for Defense of Democracies adjunct senior fellow Peter Doran discusses President Donald Trump’s warning that the United States could take further action if Christians continue to be targeted in Nigeria on ‘Fox Report.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Numerous worshippers from at least two churches in Nigeria were kidnapped during Sunday services by armed gangs, Reuters reported. While Kaduna state police on Monday reportedly cited conservative figures, saying dozens were being held captive as the investigation remains in its early stages, a senior church leader noted that more than 160 worshippers were abducted by gunmen over the weekend.

Gunmen abduct dozens of worshippers from multiple Nigerian churches using sophisticated weapons

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Key Highlights

  • Sunday’s incident, which BBC said targeted both Christians and Muslims, marks the latest mass kidnapping in Nigeria’s long-running streak of religiously fueled attacks.
  • Muslim Fulani militants frequently carry out violence in northern and central parts of Nigeria to bankrupt Christian communities while receiving ransom payments.
  • Kaduna state police said gunmen armed with "sophisticated weapons" attacked two churches in the village of Kurmin Wali in Afogo ward at about 11:25 a. m.
  • on Sunday, Reuters reported.
  • 52 CATHOLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS IN NIGERIA KIDNAPPED BY GUNMEN IN LATEST ATTACK: REPORT People walk past a school in Nigeria on March 8, 2024, following mass kidnappings that targeted 250 students.
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