Nigerian Christians Killed on Palm Sunday for Practicing Their Faith
Recent Violence Against Christians in Nigeria In the U.S., there’s generally a sense of safety for those who believe in Jesus; while there are differing opinions, the violence we see in other parts of the world is, thankfully, not as prevalent here. This stark contrast was tragically highlighted on Palm Sunday 2026. In Jos, Nigeria, […]
Nigerian Leaders Reportedly Overlook Warnings as Christians Killed During Holy Week
On Palm Sunday, a tragic incident unfolded in Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of at least 28 individuals in predominantly Christian regions near Jos, Plateau State. This violence has sparked public outrage, especially following claims from U.S. officials that Nigeria is failing to safeguard its Christian population. Local leaders recounted that armed men on motorcycles […]
Nigerian Christian Group Urges Worldwide Christian Community to Respond to Christian Persecution
Archbishop Daniel C. Okoh, who leads the Christian Association of Nigeria, is raising awareness about the growing persecution of Christians in Nigeria. He described these attacks as “a grave injustice that has persisted for far too long,” noting the absence of justice, adequate compensation, and essential protections. “What we see is the systematic dismantling of […]
Boko Haram Increasing Assaults on Nigerian Armed Forces
Increased Attacks by Jihadists in Nigeria Jihadists from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), along with Boko Haram, have significantly escalated their attacks on military facilities in Nigeria over the past week, leading to the deaths of numerous officials and civilians, as reported by local media on Tuesday. Attacks on security forces have surged […]
Kenyan authority penalizes Nigerian bank for misleading actions in credit disagreement
In a recent ruling, the regulator ordered the bank to pay around $257,000 (roughly KES 33.18 million) and also to refund ASL about $102,000 (approximately KES 13,211,285) in fees that were improperly charged. ASL, a diversified company supplying goods to the construction, electrical, and industrial sectors in Kenya, lodged a formal complaint against GT Bank […]
U.S. to Deploy 200 Troops for Training Nigerian Armed Forces
U.S. Troops to Train Nigeria’s Military Against Terrorism The Pentagon is gearing up to send around 200 troops to Nigeria in the next few weeks, aimed at enhancing the training of Nigerian forces in counterterrorism methods, according to U.S. officials who shared the information with the media on Tuesday. A small contingent of U.S. troops […]
Nigerian experts commend BoG for strong Non-Interest Banking guidelines
Ghana’s journey towards establishing an alternative finance ecosystem, particularly in interest-free banking, has spanned several decades. The evolution of this system has been fueled by the efforts of various interest groups, which have led to the formation of clear policy frameworks. A significant milestone in this development occurred on December 9, 2024, when the Bank […]
Nigerian military saves 62 hostages and kills 2 militants following church abductions
Nigerian military officials announced on Wednesday that 62 hostages were rescued and two militants were killed during operations aimed at combating militant groups. This follows a shocking incident over the weekend where gangs kidnapped over 160 individuals from two churches in Nigeria. It’s still not clear if any of those rescued are from the congregation. […]
Congressional investigation uncovers Nigerian Christian persecution that the US must acknowledge
U.S. Military Strikes Against Terrorists in Nigeria On Christmas Day, targeted missile and drone strikes by the U.S. military aimed at Islamist terrorists in Nigeria highlighted a serious crisis as these groups continue to threaten Christians and civilians. This situation brought Nigeria into the spotlight, revealing a complex conflict between Christians, Islamic extremists, and other […]
Nigerian Christians attacked by Fulani militants in a wave of kidnappings
A series of kidnappings targeting Christians by Muslim Fulani militants in north-central Nigeria is reportedly a calculated effort to undermine and destroy Christian communities, according to various sources. Stephen Karfas, a senior researcher with the Observatory for Religious Freedom in Africa, noted that these kidnappings serve not just to finance terrorism but also to financially […]