Catholic Church in Nigeria
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Boko Haram violence continues in attacks on barracks, school
Hundreds of militants believed to be members of the Islamist group Boko Haram attacked an army barracks in Nigeria March... Read more
Nigeria archbishop laments failure to stop Boko Haram
Amid continuing attacks in Nigeria attributed to the Islamic militant group Boko Haram, one of the country's leading bishops has... Read more
Dozens killed in attacks on Nigeria's Christian villages
At least 99 people were reportedly left dead after attacks on two Christian villages in northeast Nigeria this week, suspected... Read more
Peace requires 'daily commitment,' says Pope in Christmas message
In his Christmas message, Pope Francis prayed for peace throughout the world as a fruit of God`s grace, to be... Read more
US government condemns killings by Nigerian extremist group
A spokesperson for the U.S. State Department said the United States “strongly condemns” recent killings in Nigeria and an Aug.... Read more
Expert urges US to address Nigeria violence against Christians
As bombings against Christian churches in Nigeria continue, a religious liberty scholar is calling on the U.S. government to recognize... Read more
Cardinal says foreign pressures fuel violence in Nigeria, Syria
At a conference of interfaith leaders in Milan, Cardinal John O. Onaiyekan suggested that Islamist violence in his country of... Read more
Archbishop pleads for help to protect Nigeria from extremists
A top Nigerian bishop has called on the international community to protect the religious freedom of Christians in Nigeria, warning... Read more
