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Nigerian priest returning from pastoral duties shot dead; archdiocese in ‘great shock’
In a statement shared June 8 with ACI Africa, CNA’s African news partner, Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze expressed shock at... Read more
Report: Wave of murders after elections in Nigeria forces Catholic diocese staff to evacuate
Dozens of people were reportedly killed in attacks on villages in Nigeria’s Benue State Wednesday, a diocesan official said. Read more
Two Catholic priests kidnapped in Nigeria
The Nigerian diocese of Kafanchan has asked for prayers after two Catholic priests were kidnapped Friday evening. Read more
Nigerian Christian villagers claim military helicopter fired on them, not bandits
Authorities deny the charge and have tried to reassure villagers the government is on their side. Read more
Nigerian archbishop cries at gravesite of slain priest as Catholics protest violence
“People are tired of the killing," a priest from the Archdiocese of Kaduna told CNA. Read more
Two churches in Nigeria attacked during Sunday worship
The attack comes two weeks after 40 Christians were killed in an attack on a Catholic church on Pentecost Sunday. Read more
Nigeria church massacre: At funeral, bishop urges Christians to 'refuse to be crushed by the tragedy'
“In these coffins, a part of Nigeria lies dead, too," Bishop Emmanuel Badejo said. Read more
Nigerian Catholic bishop to Irish president: Church massacre not linked to climate change
The bishop said Michael D. Higgins’ ‘reasons for this gruesome massacre are incorrect and far-fetched.’ Read more
Urgent appeal from Supreme Knight: Start this novena on Christmas Eve for persecuted Christians
The head of the Knights of Columbus is asking for the order's members to consider "a last-minute Christmas gift": saying... Read more
'I believe in the Resurrection': Nigerian bishop keeps hope amid rampant violence
As some warn that anti-Christian violence in Nigeria is reaching the level of genocide, the bishop of the Diocese of... Read more
Catholic priest in Nigeria released after being held captive for 10 days
A priest who was kidnapped in Nigeria has been released after being held captive for 10 days. Read more
Catholic archbishop: Pray for priest kidnapped in Nigeria
A Nigerian archbishop has asked for prayers for the safe release of a priest kidnapped in Abuja earlier this week. Read more
Pope Francis asks Mary 'Mother of Hope' to intercede for Nigeria's persecuted Christians
Pope Francis prayed Saturday for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, “Mother of Hope,” for Nigeria’s persecuted Christians and... Read more
UK urged to sanction Nigerian officials for failing to protect persecuted Christians
A new report Wednesday urged the U.K. to sanction Nigerian officials accused of turning a blind eye to the persecution... Read more
European bishops call for EU support of persecuted Christians in Nigeria
The president of the European bishops’ commission has promised persecuted Christians in Nigeria that he will advocate for increased support... Read more
Nigerian priest abducted by gunmen after Sunday Mass
Another Catholic priest in Nigeria has been kidnapped by gunmen, according to local media reports. Read more
With Buhari poised to win re-election, Nigerian bishops continue call for credibility
Nigeria is in the midst of counting votes cast in a contentious general election, and Catholic bishops are urging the... Read more
Nigerian priest dies shortly after being kidnapped
A Catholic priest in Nigeria died Sept. 19, just days after escaping from kidnappers, according to local media reports. The... Read more
Nigerian bishops: Prayer, especially the rosary, will 'save our country'
In a strong critique of Nigeria’s governing administration, the country’s Catholic bishops have said that Nigeria must find a new... Read more
