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Reuters Exposes Massive Rape and Forced Abortion Campaigns in Nigeria
According to a report published by Reuters today, a massive forced abortion program has been carried out by the Nigerian military on at least 10,000 women since 2013. In addition to exposing the Nigerian government’s forced abortion campaign, Reuters’ findings further evidence the use of rape as a weapon of war carried out by Islamist insurgents on Nigerian civilians.
Despite Incessant Attacks, Nigerian Catholics Keep their Faith
November proved to be an especially deadly month in Central Nigeria, leaving Catholics like Matthew Onah and his family struggling to cope with their losses.
Dozens of Catholic Villagers Reportedly Killed in Central Nigeria Raid
Details are still emerging after a violent raid by Fulani herdsmen Oct. 19 in Benue State, Central Nigeria, reportedly left dozens of Catholic villagers killed.
Emulate Old Testament Rulers, Pray for Citizens: Catholic Archbishop to Leaders in Nigeria
The Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has called on “political and traditional” leaders in the West African nation to find inspiration in the prayer attitude of Old Testament rulers and pray for the Nigerians under their care.
Pastor and more than 80 others Kidnapped in Attacks on Two Nigerian Churches
Armed men kidnapped more than 80 Christians last week in attacks on two separate churches in north-central and northwest Nigeria, reported Morning Star News.
Freed Catholic Priest in Nigeria Recounts Details of His Kidnapping by Insurgents
Father Stephen Ojapah had fallen fast asleep late on May 25 after an exhausting day of parish work when two men with rifles ordered him to get out of bed and follow them.
Journalist Who Reported on Massacre of Nigerian Christians to Stand Trial
Luka Binniyat, a Catholic human rights reporter, is facing prison after writing an article in which the Nigerian government was criticized for its inaction in the face of an ongoing threat to Christian communities.
Catholic Parish in Nigeria Struggling to Feed Thousands Uprooted by Violent Attacks
From May 1 to June 30, 70 unarmed persons across Benue State in north-central Nigeria were killed in attacks by Fulani herdsmen, a Catholic bishop says.
Croatian Aid Meant to Show Pentecost Attack Victims in Nigeria “you are not forgotten”
Forty-one people were killed by gunmen who opened fire during a Pentecost Sunday Mass.
Nigerian Diocese Seeking Prayers for “unconditional release” of Two Kidnapped Priests
The Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan in Nigeria has asked for prayers after two Catholic priests were kidnapped Friday, July 15 evening.
Why Nigerian Militants Appear to Target Catholic Priests for Kidnapping
Father Peter Amodu was supposed to say the 5 p.m. Mass at Holy Ghost Parish in southern Nigeria on July 6.
Christian in Nigerian Village Claim Military Helicopter Fired on Them, Not Bandits
Authorities deny the charge and have tried to reassure villagers the government is on their side.
Nigerian Archbishop Cries at Gravesite of Slain Prest as Catholics Protest Violence
“People are tired of the killing," a priest from the Archdiocese of Kaduna told CNA.
Eyewitnesses Detail Last Month Stoning and Murder of Nigerian Christian Student
A close friend who was with Deborah Emmanuel when she died describes her final hours.
Catholic Parish in Kaduna, Nigeria, Hard Hit in Last Sunday Attack
“We lost three of our parishioners, and 36 people were kidnapped, the majority of whom were Catholics,” a Nigerian pastor says.
Recent Church Massacre in Nigeria Not Linked to Climate Change: Bishop to Irish President
The bishop said Michael D. Higgins’ ‘reasons for this gruesome massacre are incorrect and far-fetched.’
ISIS Affiliate Group Suspected as Perpetrators of Ondo Church Massacre in Nigeria
A Nigerian government official has laid blame on an Islamic militant group for the deadly church shooting on Pentecost that left dozens dead.
“Continue to live Gospel message with fidelity, courage”: Pope to Ondo Diocese, Nigeria
Pope Francis has encouraged the leadership of the Catholic Diocese of Ondo in Nigeria and the people of God there to remain faithful to the Gospel message, which they need to continue defending with courage.
Pope Francis Names 21 New Cardinals, Including Two from Africa
Pope Francis has said that he will create 21 new Cardinals, including two Bishops from Africa, one from Nigeria and the other from Ghana.
Nigerian Bishop Who “resigned” amid Sustained Opposition among 21 Newly Named Cardinals
Bishop Peter Ebere Okpaleke who resigned in 2018 following sustained opposition to his Episcopal appointment for Nigeria’s Ahiara Diocese is among the 21 new Cardinals that Pope Francis named on Sunday, May 29.
