Faith
Christians Targeted by Boko Haram in Nigeria
Faith Facts
- Boko Haram extremists killed five Christians working in Ngoshe village, Borno State, and attacked another village the following day.
- Three more believers were murdered as they slept in their homes in Mussa village, bringing the total to eight innocent lives lost.
- Authorities and community leaders confirmed the attacks, expressing deep sorrow over ongoing persecution in Nigeria’s northeast.
Boko Haram’s continuing violence against Christian communities shows the ever-present threat to believers in northern Nigeria. These brutal acts occurred as faithful workers tended their farms and families rested in their homes, revealing a dire need for steadfast prayer and advocacy.
Local police and military affirmed the grievous loss of life, pledging to protect these endangered communities. Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume described the situation as heartbreaking, noting the destruction of homes and the persistent danger facing farmers and youth in Borno South.
“Our people, whose only pursuit is peace and livelihood, continue to fall victim to the cruelty of insurgents. These men and women deserved to live, to farm and to dream, but their lives have been cut short by those who thrive on violence and destruction.”
Boko Haram’s campaign seeks to impose extreme religious law, leaving Christians vulnerable to continuous threats. The attack is part of a broader crisis, as Nigeria remains one of the most dangerous countries for followers of Christ, according to the 2025 World Watch List.
Let us stand with these suffering believers in prayer, support, and advocacy, asking God to protect the innocent and bring hope amid trials.