Faithful Face New Persecution Waves Amid Deadly Easter Attacks

Radical Fulani terrorists launched deadly Easter Sunday attacks on Christians gathered for worship in Nigeria’s Kaduna and Benue states.

The assaults struck at the heart of the Christian community during its most sacred celebration of the Resurrection.

In Kaduna state, gunmen surrounded the Evangelical Church Winning All and St. Augustine Catholic Church.

They opened fire on congregants and kidnapped dozens.

Reports from Benue state also confirm that 17 believers were murdered in the early morning hours.

Militia groups were blamed for seeking to displace Christian families.

Faith Facts

• Fulani terrorists killed 12 Christians during Easter services in Kaduna state and another 17 in Benue state.
• Nigeria remains the deadliest country for followers of Christ, accounting for 72% of Christian martyrdoms globally.
• Radicalized militia groups increasingly target Christian lands to impose Islamic ideology and displace farming communities.

“The attackers, who have been identified as Fulani bandits, were in large numbers,” stated Kachia Council Member Mark Bawa.

“They surrounded the community and attacked the churches as Christians were in worship services.”

These tragic events highlight the urgent need for prayer and global support for our persecuted brothers and sisters.

We must remain steadfast in our commitment to religious freedom and the protection of the faithful against those who despise the Cross.