Expert on Persecution: The Rise of Kidnapping in Nigeria Fueled by Anti-Christian Hatred
Nigeria’s Struggle with Jihadist Violence and Kidnapping Nigeria has made strides in tackling the ongoing jihadist violence faced by Christians across the country. However, Ryan Brown, the CEO of the Christian aid organization Open Doors US, cautions that the alarming rise in kidnappings should not just be viewed as a basic security concern. He emphasizes […]
International Criminal Court Denies Appeal to Investigate Jihadist Abductions in Nigeria
ICC Dismisses Request for Investigation into Nigerian Kidnappings This week, the International Criminal Court (ICC) rejected a request to investigate “systemic kidnappings in Nigeria.” Reports indicate that the court found the petition lacked “any legal basis.” The Nigerian government, which has minimized the severity of jihadist violence for years, expressed dissatisfaction with the court’s handling […]
Rep. Mast Seeks Clarification from Nigeria Regarding Harm to U.S. Investments
Recent regulatory changes in Nigeria have drawn attention from the U.S. House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee due to concerns over their potential effects on American investments. Chairman Brian Mast (R-Florida) brought this up in a letter to the Nigerian ambassador in the U.S. The airtime and data lending sector in Nigeria is largely controlled […]
Nigeria: Many released following their kidnapping by Boko Haram militants
Approximately 400 individuals who were abducted by Boko Haram in Nigeria have recently been freed. While there are varying accounts regarding the specifics of this release, military spokesperson Lt. Col. Haruna M. Sani mentioned that the Nigerian military succeeded in this effort through what he described as an “unprecedented intelligence-led rescue operation” after considerable preparation. […]
Report indicates that 30,000 Fulani militants are responsible for the majority of deaths in Nigeria
Fulani Militants Active in Nigeria, Report Claims JOHANNESBURG — A new report indicates that around 30,000 predominantly Muslim Fulani militants are currently operating in Nigeria, contributing to significant “insecurity and violations of religious freedom.” This assessment comes from the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF). The USCIRF stated that “violence by Fulani extremists […]
Police Conduct Raid on Mexican Cartel Meth Production Site in Nigeria
Major Drug Lab Raid in Nigeria Linked to Mexican Cartels Nigerian police conducted a significant raid on a meth lab that is reportedly one of the largest linked to a Mexican cartel. This operation led to historic drug seizures and the arrest of three cartel members. According to the Nigerian National Drug Law Enforcement Agency […]
US and Nigeria conduct fresh operations against ISIS fighters in Nigeria
U.S. and Nigerian Forces Target ISIS in New Offensive U.S. and Nigerian military forces have initiated a new offensive against ISIS fighters in Nigeria, just days following a significant operation that resulted in the death of a key global ISIS leader, as noted by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM). On Monday, AFRICOM reported that it had […]
U.S. and Nigerian troops successfully eliminate ISIS’ second-in-command in Nigeria
U.S. and Nigerian Forces Collaborate to Eliminate ISIS Leader On May 15, 2026, President Donald Trump announced the successful joint operation between U.S. and Nigerian troops that resulted in the death of Abu Bilal Al Minuki, identified as the world leader of ISIS and its second-in-command. In his post on Truth Social, Trump mentioned, “Tonight, […]
The crisis in Nigeria serves as an important alert for America.
Watching the video was a mistake. I really wish I could unsee it. In the footage, a woman hangs from a rope while flames blaze below her. The chant echoes: Allah Akbar. Children are seen wielding dull machetes, attacking other children as adults shout in panic. Again, the words ring: Allah Akbar. A group of […]
Protests Against Migrants in South Africa Spark Anger in Nigeria, Ghana, and Mozambique
Nigeria’s government summoned South Africa’s chief diplomatic representative on Monday to express concerns over “xenophobic” protests targeting immigrants, following similar actions by Ghana and Mozambique. Recently, a series of protests took place in South Africa against mass immigration and illegal residency. These rallies attracted a large crowd, predominantly black South Africans, leading to heated confrontations […]