NIGERIA: Aid distribution in Bokkos
On 10 January our partner the Stefanos Foundation distributed aid in an IDP camp in Plateau State.
Category: Nigeria
NIGERIA: Over 200 Christians killed in “Black Christmas” attacks
An estimated 10,000 people have been displaced and over 1,500 homes were destroyed in the attacks.
NIGERIA: Rhoda Jatau released on bail
Rhoda Jatau, who was accused of blasphemy and jailed in May 2022, has been released on bail
NIGERIA: Rhoda Jatau’s bid to have case dismissed fails
Rhoda Jatau has lost her legal bid to have the blasphemy case against her dismissed
NIGERIA: Last Bethel Baptist School hostage escapes
Treasure Ayuba (14) has escaped from captivity and returned home
NIGERIA: Rhoda Jatau’s blasphemy case to be heard this month
On 27 November a court in Bauchi state will hear the defence of Rhoda Jatau, detained since May 2022 on blasphemy charges
NIGERIA: Leah Foundation issues statement on rumours
The statement from Leah’s parents follows the circulation of rumours about their daughter
NIGERIA: Terrorists kill 37 Christians in Benue state
Militant Fulani herdsmen and other terrorists killed 37 Christians in Benue state in a three-week period of deadly attacks in the state
Oireachtas Foreign Affairs Committee focuses on persecution of Christians worldwide
Church in Chains delegation included speakers from India, Iran and Nigeria
NIGERIA: Hundreds of Christians massacred in Plateau state
Since mid-May at least 300 Christians have been killed and 30,000 displaced in Mangu district by Fulani militants.