Praise God, 44 children and teachers abducted from schools in Christian communities in southwest Nigeria were rescued July 10 after 56 days of captivity. The intelligence-led rescue comes as Nigeria expands security cooperation with the United States. (Truth Nigeria, July 14) Lord, we praise You for this answer to prayer, and we ask You forContinue reading “44 Abducted Children and Teachers Freed in Nigeria”
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Nigeria Persecution Update
Fourteen Christians kidnapped when armed men stormed an open-air Christ Apostolic Church crusade in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti, Ekiti state, are now freed, after their ransoms were paid. Another abducted worshipper, an 84-year-old woman, died while in captivity. (Truth Nigeria, July 7) Fulani Ethnic Militia (FEM) burned villages in Karim Lamido County, Taraba state, killing at leastContinue reading “Nigeria Persecution Update”
Christians Abducted, Released, Killed in Nigeria
Terrorists attacked a church prayer vigil in Ori-Oke Ajaiye, Kwara state on May 23, killing three and kidnapping 15. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, May 25) Gunmen abducted Uwem Cosmos, general director of Scripture Union Nigeria, on June 14, along with seven other Christians, including Ven. Onyenagbagha, Pastor Gbenga and his two daughters, the driver,Continue reading “Christians Abducted, Released, Killed in Nigeria”
Fulani Kill 34 Christians, Abducted Priest Released in Nigeria
Join us today through May 24 for the International Day of Prayer for the Unreached. Praise God, Rev. Nathaniel Asuwaye, abducted from his home in Kaduna state by armed terrorists on February 7, was released May 12. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, May 8, 13) On May 5, Muslim Fulani herdsmen attacked the village ofContinue reading “Fulani Kill 34 Christians, Abducted Priest Released in Nigeria”
A Busy Month for Terrorists in Nigeria
More than 30 armed Fulani militants opened fire on Odo-Eri community in Kogi state on April 22, kidnapping pastors and their families from two churches (an estimated 20 people), and causing others to flee. (TruthNigeria, April 23) On April 20, perhaps 20-35 terrorists attacked Kemanji in Kwara state with explosions and gunfire. Four soldiers died,Continue reading “A Busy Month for Terrorists in Nigeria”
Resurrection Sunday Attacks Kill 93 in Nigeria
Just a week after 27 Christians were killed on Palm Sunday in Jos, Plateau state, suspected Fulani militants attacked the Christian communities of Mbalom and Mbasombo, Benue state, killing 26 and transforming joyful Resurrection Day festivities into mourning and displacement. (Tim, Open Doors, April 7) The same day, two churches in Ariko village, Kaduna stateContinue reading “Resurrection Sunday Attacks Kill 93 in Nigeria”
Day 13: West Africa
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Persecuted Christians in African countries and other nations where Islamic extremists murder, rape and abduct those who do not follow Islam are asking for prayer for protection during the unrest caused by Khamenei’s downfall Saturday. Pray every heart caught up in the fight for Iran will know theContinue reading “Day 13: West Africa”
Nigeria: 177 Christians Abducted During Church Services Sunday
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening February 18-March 19. Updated February 21: Praise God, He has answered our prayers here at the Prayer Wall! Reports have come in that all 177 Christians abducted from two churches in Kaduna State on January 18 have been rescued by security services. No ransom wasContinue reading “Nigeria: 177 Christians Abducted During Church Services Sunday”
Nigeria: 130 Abducted Christians Freed!
Praise God, just before Christmas, 130 children and teachers of the more than 300 taken from St. Mary’s School in Niger state, Nigeria were released! On November 22, terrorists stormed the Catholic primary and secondary school in Papiri, abducting 303 children and 12 teachers. About 50 children escaped shortly after the kidnapping, and security forcesContinue reading “Nigeria: 130 Abducted Christians Freed!”
Yet More Abductions, Murders, as U.S. Delegation Arrives in Nigeria
On Sunday morning, December 7, gunmen attacked Christians preparing for worship at St. Andrews Anglican Church in Isiokwe, Anambra state. They murdered a priest’s wife and another Christian, injured many others, abducted the Rev. Venerable Obies, and set fire to the church, vehicles, homes and other Christians’ property. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, December 9)Continue reading “Yet More Abductions, Murders, as U.S. Delegation Arrives in Nigeria”
Nigeria: Christian Abduction, Persecution Update
Two parents have died while awaiting the rescue of their children, held captive with hundreds abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger state. Father of three of the victims Anthony Musa suffered a heart attack due to anxiety and hypertension. Details on the woman have not yet been released. An abducted pastor we prayedContinue reading “Nigeria: Christian Abduction, Persecution Update”
Nigeria: 113 Abducted Last Week Now Free!
All 38 Christians we prayed for who were abducted from the prayer meeting in Kwara state are now free, as well as 50 of the 303 schoolchildren taken from St. Mary’s School in Niger state, and all 25 schoolgirls taken from their dorm in Kebbi state. Praise God! Sadly, another armed attack took place inContinue reading “Nigeria: 113 Abducted Last Week Now Free!”
38 Christians Abducted from Prayer Service
(Updated 9 a.m.) Praise God ALL 38 of the Christians abducted in Eruku are now FREE! As well as 51 of the more than 300 schoolchildren abducted last week (See yesterday’s post). Let’s continue to pray for ALL captives to be freed and terrorism stopped completely in Nigeria. Three Christians died and at least 38Continue reading “38 Christians Abducted from Prayer Service”
Nigeria: 303 Schoolchildren, 12 Teachers Abducted
(Updated 9 a.m., November 24) Praise God 50 of the more than 300 schoolchildren in this story below are now FREE! Let’s continue to pray for ALL captives to be freed and terrorism stopped completely in Nigeria. Just four days after terrorists took 25 girls from their boarding school dorm in Kebbi state, Nigeria, yetContinue reading “Nigeria: 303 Schoolchildren, 12 Teachers Abducted”
25 Schoolgirls Abducted in Nigeria
Men armed with rifles abducted 25 girls from their boarding school dorm at the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi state, Nigeria before dawn on Monday. They climbed over the fence, exchanged gunfire with police officers and killed the vice principal. One girl eluded capture, and another escaped later and arrived home safelyContinue reading “25 Schoolgirls Abducted in Nigeria”
125,000 Nigerian Christians Martyred
Perhaps 125,000 Christians have been murdered by Boko Haram, Fulani and other Muslim terrorists in Nigeria since 2019. Up to 19,000 churches have been burned and about five million believers have been displaced from their homes. In fact, in 2025 alone, some 7,000 Christians have already been martyred. The numbers differ from various sources, butContinue reading “125,000 Nigerian Christians Martyred”
More Martyrs in Yelwata
On August 11, Fulani once again attacked Yelwata Village, Nigeria, where more than 200 Christians were slaughtered in June. In a shootout at Udei town in the same county, police had just repelled Fulani militants, when shots were reported near Yelwata. Security agents fired on the invaders, who then fled with bullet injuries, but threeContinue reading “More Martyrs in Yelwata”
Pray for Nigeria’s Children
Last month, in Kaduna state, Fulani tribesmen attacked a Christian village in Kauru county, killing five children, including a one-year-old, and two adults. Eight other children were also wounded — Mathew Sunday, 14; Jethro Istafanus, 7; Jackson Istafanus, 5; Emmanuel Morris, 14; Agatha Sylvester, 9; Joy Markus, 9; Devine Paul, 6 months; and Mary Ishaya,Continue reading “Pray for Nigeria’s Children”
Nigeria: Pastor Abducted, Priest Released
Pastor James Audu Issa was kidnapped from his pastorium at the Evangelical Church Winning All in Ekati, Kwara state, Nigeria, on August 28. Let’s join in prayer for his release, and for the salvation of his captors. This prayer comes from Gana Sunday Kajita, a member of Pastor Issa’s church: “Lord, You are the Keeper ofContinue reading “Nigeria: Pastor Abducted, Priest Released”
Fulani Herdsmen Kill Christians to Graze Cattle on Their Farmland
When five Christians went to check on their farmland in Gumel village, Bauchi state on August 27, they found Fulani herdsmen grazing cattle there. The trespassers attacked the Christians, killing one and wounding two others. The wounded were later taken to a hospital for treatment. On the same day, Fulani attacked Pyekman community, just twoContinue reading “Fulani Herdsmen Kill Christians to Graze Cattle on Their Farmland”
Earthquakes, Protests, Terrorists and a Hippo
AFGHANISTAN: A dangerous 5.2 magnitude aftershock hit the southeast Friday within 12 hours of another powerful aftershock Thursday. Both came just days after earthquakes Sunday and Tuesday killed more than 2,205 and injured some 3,640. NEPAL: At least 19 have died, hundreds have been injured and the prime minister has resigned during violent youth-led protestsContinue reading “Earthquakes, Protests, Terrorists and a Hippo”
76 Hostages Rescued in Nigeria
About two million people have been displaced in Nigeria due to jihadist attacks in recent years, and more than 35,000 civilians have been brutally killed, many of those Christians. But Muslim civilians are also in danger. Around 30,000 bandits in more than 100 gangs terrorize the people in northwestern Nigeria. Last week, gunmen opened fireContinue reading “76 Hostages Rescued in Nigeria”
Hope for the Fulani
The Fulani are a nomadic Muslim people known for martyring and abducting thousands of Christians every year in Nigeria and other countries. In fact, last month, here at the Prayer Wall, we prayed for families mourning the murder of more than 286 Christians by Fulani herdsmen in Yelwata village, Benue state. But, praise God, multitudesContinue reading “Hope for the Fulani”
Slaughter of Christians in Nigeria Continues
“As horrific attacks and killings continue across the nation, we must rise and stand in the gap,” said Christian leaders in Nigeria, who called for a day of prayer July 9. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, July 11) As you read through these reports below of the latest Fulani attacks, pray for healing, courage, loveContinue reading “Slaughter of Christians in Nigeria Continues”
Explosions, Unrest and All-Out War
CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC: An electrical malfunction caused an explosion, which triggered a stampede at a high school in Bangui Wednesday, where about 5,000 were taking exams. At least 29 children died and more than 250 were injured. IRAN executed three Kurds shortly after last Monday’s ceasefire, claiming they spied for Mossad (Israeli intelligence). This bringsContinue reading “Explosions, Unrest and All-Out War”
286 Christians Murdered in Benue State, Nigeria
Heavily armed Fulani jihadists shouting “Alahu Akhbar!” murdered 200 Christians as they lay sleeping late Friday night in Yelwata, a farming village in Guma County, Benue state, Nigeria. The Muslim herdsmen set homes ablaze and attacked with machetes those who fled. Hundreds were injured without sufficient medical care, and dozens are still missing. About 97Continue reading “286 Christians Murdered in Benue State, Nigeria”
Persecution Sunday
Today, a week after Pentecost, is set apart as Persecution Sunday. Pray together with us for millions of believers around the world who face violence, arrests and even death for their faith in Jesus. In 2024, Open Doors’ World Watchlist reports 4,476 Christian martyrs, 3,100 of whom died in Nigeria at the hands of FulaniContinue reading “Persecution Sunday”
Nigeria Floods Kill 151, and More World News
Join us next Sunday, June 8 for the International Day for the Unreached. NIGERIA: At least 151 people, including many children, have died in floods due to heavy rainfall in Mokwa, Niger state, and more than 3,000 have been displaced. And yesterday, 21 athletes died in a bus accident, as they returned to Kano fromContinue reading “Nigeria Floods Kill 151, and More World News”
Fulanis Murder More than 42 Christians
In the early hours of Saturday, May 24, Fulani terrorists raided three communities in Taraba state, Nigeria, killing dozens of Christians, burning homes and causing hundreds more to flee. (May 26, Christian Daily International-Morning Star News) This is just the latest of countless terrorist attacks by Fulani militia, who martyr and abduct thousands of ChristiansContinue reading “Fulanis Murder More than 42 Christians”
Nigeria: Resurrection Celebration Turned to Tragedy
Muslim Usman Muhammed purposefully drove an 18-wheel trailer truck filled with grain over a crowd of Christians during a Resurrection Sunday (Easter) procession in Billiri, Gombe state, on April 21. Six died and more than 30 were injured, many of them permanently maimed. (April 30, Christian Daily International-Morning Star News) According to community leaders, UsmanContinue reading “Nigeria: Resurrection Celebration Turned to Tragedy”
Nigeria: 190 Christians Martyred
As we remember Christ’s death on the cross for our sins this Good Friday, let’s pray for the families of the more than 190 Christians in Nigeria martyred in recent days for their faith in Him. On Monday morning this Holy Week, Muslim Fulani herdsmen murdered 54 Christians in Zikke Village, Plateau State, just daysContinue reading “Nigeria: 190 Christians Martyred”
Day 13: West Africa
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Isaiah 42:1-9 Of the 4,476 Christians worldwide who died last year for their faith, 3,100 were martyred in Nigeria. Attacks on churches in that country during worship have become tragically commonplace, along with mass shootings and abductions (2,830 last year). Since the beginning of 2025,Continue reading “Day 13: West Africa”
Worldwide Persecution Trends
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 1-30. Order the war room prayer book for screen-free quiet times, or join the Prayer Wall by entering your email below, and receive the daily posts in your inbox each morning. Open Doors’ World Watchlist reports 4,476 Christian martyrs, 3,100 of whom died inContinue reading “Worldwide Persecution Trends”
33 Martyrs on Christmas Day in Nigeria
Join us as we pray for persecuted Christians and the salvation of their persecutors during 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 1-30 here at the Prayer Wall. On December 25, Fulani herdsmen attacked five Christian villages in Kwande County, Benue State, Nigeria, killing a total of 33 believers. The previous Christmas, 160 ChristiansContinue reading “33 Martyrs on Christmas Day in Nigeria”
Christians Face Mob Attacks at Christmas
INDIA: In one city, a mob of Hindu extremists stormed a Christmas service, causing such chaos the police intervened. In another city, crowds of Hindus pressed together outside a cathedral, yelling and chanting as Christians worshipped. In yet another location, radical groups forced Christians to end their Christmas celebrations. (Global Christian Relief, FB reel, DecemberContinue reading “Christians Face Mob Attacks at Christmas”
Headline Prayers This Week
The death toll from Cyclone Chido, which tore through MAYOTTE over a week ago, has risen to 35 there, but could potentially be more than 1,000, with more than 1.500 injured, and tens of thousands without water, electricity or phone service. In MOZAMBIQUE, the death toll is at least 94 (most in Cabo Delgado), withContinue reading “Headline Prayers This Week”
Vanuatu, Georgia, Nigeria, Israel-Gaza Headline Prayers
VANUATU: At least 14 have died, and more than 200 were injured in a 7.3 magnitude earthquake Tuesday. Lord, please wrap Your arms around those who are mourning losses in Vanuatu. When they cry out to You, hear them and answer. Bless Christians abundantly so they will also abundantly bless others and share Your goodContinue reading “Vanuatu, Georgia, Nigeria, Israel-Gaza Headline Prayers”
Mass Kidnappings and Killings in Nigeria
During Thanksgiving week, Fulani herdsmen killed 48 Christians in Benue state — 30 on Sunday, November 24; and 18 on their way to church December 1. In total, some 106 Christians have been slain by Fulani and other Muslim extremists in Benue and Taraba states since October. Also during Thanksgiving week, Fulani attacked villages inContinue reading “Mass Kidnappings and Killings in Nigeria”
Nigeria: #6 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence in Nigeria, ranked #6 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. Just these past two months,Continue reading “Nigeria: #6 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Wars and Rumors of Wars, Famine and Earthquake
Join us Sunday, November 3, for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. As we read Jesus’ prophecy below, today’s headlines are no surprise. You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. NationContinue reading “Wars and Rumors of Wars, Famine and Earthquake”
The Headlines Are Flooded
As Florida braces for Hurricane Milton, expected to make landfall tomorrow, let’s pray for the thousands who have lost much after flooding across the world the past few days: THAILAND: Floods have spread over 23 provinces, including the northern city of Chiangmai. At least three have died, and over 50 since August. BOSNIA and HERZEGOVINA:Continue reading “The Headlines Are Flooded”
Mexico Mayhem, Crocodiles in Floodwaters and Other Headlines
Let’s pray through the headlines this week. If you’re joining us, please comment, so this post will be seen by even more prayer warriors. Help us build the army! Four died and 17 were injured in a mass shooting by multiple gunmen in Birmingham, Alabama, USA late Saturday night. Please heal the wounded and comfortContinue reading “Mexico Mayhem, Crocodiles in Floodwaters and Other Headlines”
Floods throughout the Earth
In western and central AFRICA, more than 1,000 have died and millions are homeless because of flooding in In EUROPE, at least 24 have died, many are still missing, and tens of thousands have been evacuated because of storm Boris in In ASIA, Typhoon Yagi and now Typhoon Bebinca (the strongest storm to hit ShanghaiContinue reading “Floods throughout the Earth”
Typhoon, Fires Cause Hundreds of Deaths
SOUTHEAST ASIA: Nearly 300 have died or are missing in VIETNAM, due to winds and flooding from Typhoon Yagi, which killed at least 20 in the PHILIPPINES and four in southern CHINA. Now, at least two have died in THAILAND, and hundreds are stranded. MYANMAR and LAOS have also been affected. KENYA: At least 21Continue reading “Typhoon, Fires Cause Hundreds of Deaths”
Terrorism in Nigeria Causes 70 Churches to Close
Terrorist attacks, especially the brutal Christmas attacks, have forced the Church of Christ in Nations denomination to close 70 churches in central Nigeria’s Plateau state. (July 8, CDI-MSN) “All our worship church buildings in these communities were burned down by the terrorists,” Rev. Amos Mohzo, president of COCIN, said. “Internally Displaced Christians from these communitiesContinue reading “Terrorism in Nigeria Causes 70 Churches to Close”
Kidnapped, Released in Nigeria
Ada Anioma, Christian wife of the attorney general of Nigeria’s Delta state, Peter Mrakpor, was abducted from a Bible study in Asaba July 30. Gunmen killed her driver and a policeman in the attack. (August 1, Christian Daily International-Morning Star News) Father God, please comfort the families of Ada’s driver and the policeman. Be aContinue reading “Kidnapped, Released in Nigeria”
90 New Martyrs in Nigeria
At least 50 Christians died in a brutal attack on Ayati village, August 8, by Fulani herdsmen and a criminal gang. The predominantly Christian village in Ukum County, Benue state, Nigeria, was also attacked by Fulanis a month earlier, martyring 11 Christians there and in Borikyo village. (August 9, Christian Daily International-Morning Star News) ResidentsContinue reading “90 New Martyrs in Nigeria”
Tensions in Middle East and Nigeria, Mudslide in China, Wildfires in USA
As we pray for believers sharing Christ at the Olympics today, let’s also pray for people in need of Christ’s love in these nations: MIDDLE EAST: With ISRAEL‘s assassination of several Hamas and Hezbollah leaders in GAZA, IRAN and LEBANON, as well as strikes against Houthi targets in YEMEN, tension in the Middle East hasContinue reading “Tensions in Middle East and Nigeria, Mudslide in China, Wildfires in USA”
Pray for Athletes from Oppressive Regimes
As athletes gather from throughout the world to compete in the Olympic games these next two weeks, let’s pray for those from nations that have been closed off to the gospel of Christ and for their families and others who will be watching on TV: In this list below of the top ten most dangerousContinue reading “Pray for Athletes from Oppressive Regimes”
Headline Prayers for USA, Nigeria, Gaza, Canada
USA: One man died and three were injured, including Donald Trump, whose right ear was nicked in an assassination attempt on the former US president at a rally Saturday in Butler, Pennsylvania. NIGERIA: At least 22 died when a school building collapsed as students took exams on Friday. The other 132 trapped in the buildingContinue reading “Headline Prayers for USA, Nigeria, Gaza, Canada”
Nigeria Persecution Headlines
Early Sunday morning, Muslim gunmen abducted a Catholic priest, Rev. Gabriel Ukeh, while he slept at his home in St. Thomas Catholic Parish, Zaman Dabo village, Kaduna State. On June 2, Fulani raiders attacked a mostly Christian village in Kwall District, Plateau State, and murdered Pastor Dauda Dalyop of the Assemblies of God Church, hisContinue reading “Nigeria Persecution Headlines”
350 Hostages Freed in Nigeria
In a days-long military operation, the Nigerian army freed 350 hostages from Boko Haram last month. Most of those were children (209) and women (135) held captive in the Sambisa Forest, which runs along the border of Cameroon and Niger. Some of the girls clutched babies from rapes or forced marriages to their Muslim abusers.Continue reading “350 Hostages Freed in Nigeria”
Miracles: Nigerian Christians Overcome Horrors of Boko Haram
Over the past few years, tens of thousands of Christians have been murdered in Nigeria and millions have been displaced. In fact, even though the West African nation is over 50% Christian, 80-90% of believers martyred for their faith are killed there, mostly by Fulani herdsmen and Boko Haram, which loosely translates, “Western education isContinue reading “Miracles: Nigerian Christians Overcome Horrors of Boko Haram”
Christians Martyred by Fulani Muslims of Nigeria
Nigeria ranks the sixth most dangerous country in the world for Christians, largely due to terrorist activities by Fulani militia, who have martyred and abducted vast numbers of Christians in recent years. In fact, 80-90% of Christians killed for their faith worldwide are murdered in Nigeria by Fulanis. Just within the last three weeks, MorningContinue reading “Christians Martyred by Fulani Muslims of Nigeria”
Day 13: West Africa
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Isaiah 42:1-9 Of the 4,998 Christians worldwide who died last year for their faith, 82 percent were martyred in Nigeria. That is an average of 14 believers murdered per day in that one country alone! Attacks on churches during worship have become tragically commonplace, alongContinue reading “Day 13: West Africa”
Thousands of Christians Displaced, Kidnapped, Martyred in Nigeria
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. Hundreds of martyrs have fallen over the past few months in Nigeria at the hands of Fulani herdsmen and other Muslim extremists. In Kaduna state. more than 100 Christians were killed in the last four months of 2023. In the first two weeksContinue reading “Thousands of Christians Displaced, Kidnapped, Martyred in Nigeria”
Christians Jailed for Their Faith
UGANDA: On the third day of an evangelistic campaign in Soroti, a crowd of Muslims beat the Christian preachers for quoting the Quran. Police then arrested two of the evangelists, Joseph Omadi and Isaac Napakol, for “wounding the religious feelings” of the Muslim community. Their physical condition has worsened considerably in prison this past month.Continue reading “Christians Jailed for Their Faith”
Nigeria: More Than 160 Massacred at Christmas
At least 160 people died, more than 300 sustained injuries, and hundreds of homes burned to the ground over Christmas weekend in brutal attacks on more than 20 mostly Christian communities in the Bokkos and Barkin Ladi region of Plateau State, Nigeria. Although Nigeria is nearly 52% Christian, it is by far the deadliest countryContinue reading “Nigeria: More Than 160 Massacred at Christmas”
Headline Prayers This Week
USA: At least six people died yesterday in tornadoes and thunderstorms across Tennessee. MEXICO: Armed with scythes and hunting rifles, farmers in Texcaltitlan fought back drug cartel gunmen on Friday, killing eight members of the Familia Michoacana Cartel, which last year massacred 20 citizens of a town in a neighboring state. Three Texcaltitlan villagers diedContinue reading “Headline Prayers This Week”
Nigeria: 42 Martyrs in a Month
PLATEAU STATE: Muslim and Fulani terrorists killed 37 Christians in several attacks within a month. On Sunday, September 10, they murdered ten believers in Kulben Village, Mangu County, and injured one. On August 14, they attacked a community high school in Kwi Village, Riyom County, while in session, killing two Christian teachers as they taught,Continue reading “Nigeria: 42 Martyrs in a Month”
Libya’s 11,300 Death Toll, Taiwan, Vietnam and Other Headlines This Week
LIBYA: The death toll from this week’s floods is at more than 11,300, and could reach as high as 20,000. Tens of thousands of people have been displaced. Continue praying…. TAIWAN: China flew 68 warplanes and sent 10 navy vessels into areas nearby the self-ruled island on Thursday. The number of military aircraft jumped fromContinue reading “Libya’s 11,300 Death Toll, Taiwan, Vietnam and Other Headlines This Week”
Prayers for Those Suffering from Floods
At least 142 people died in floods and landslides in China in July, but August has brought yet more devastation. In Hebei, at least 29 people died during Typhoon Doksuri and others are still missing. At least 33 died in Beijing, where raging floodwaters carried people away. More than 12 have died in northeastern Jilin,Continue reading “Prayers for Those Suffering from Floods”
Nigerian Christians Martyred by Fulani
Fulani herdsmen rode through two Christian villages in Benue State on July 16, spraying gunfire and killing six. On July 8, terrorists attacked two other Christian communities, massacring 30; many believers are still missing. In June, Fulani and other Muslim extremists killed at least 46 Christians in the same state. (See Morning Star News, JulyContinue reading “Nigerian Christians Martyred by Fulani”
Nigerian President Replaces Leaders
Bola Tinubu, sworn in as president of Nigeria last month, has named replacements to lead the military, police and defense intelligence. In addition, he is expected to appoint new boards for all government agencies within the next few weeks, Fox News reported Monday. For years now, the mainly Christian nation has been wracked with violenceContinue reading “Nigerian President Replaces Leaders”
300 Killed, 30,000 Displaced in Mangu, Nigeria
Over the past month, Fulani terrorists murdered 300 Christians, destroyed 28 church buildings and 2,000 houses, displaced 30,000 people from their homes and looted 150 trailer loads of grain in Mangu County, Plateau State, Nigeria. (See the full Morning Star News story here.) Lord, please comfort those who mourn, heal the bodies and minds ofContinue reading “300 Killed, 30,000 Displaced in Mangu, Nigeria”
Nigeria: Dozens of Christians Martyred in a Week
After the January 15 attacks, many more Christians have been martyred and abducted in Nigeria. In Kaduna State on the 17th, five believers were murdered and many more injured. On the same day in another village, terrorists kidnapped a Catholic teacher and killed a church worker. Fulani militants kidnapped four more believers on the 17thContinue reading “Nigeria: Dozens of Christians Martyred in a Week”
A Deadly Sunday in Nigeria
Two churches in northwest Nigeria suffered terrorist attacks last Sunday, January 15. In Katsina State’s Dansauri village, extremists attacked Global Mission Church, shooting the pastor and kidnapping 25 members. Praise God, nine of those were able to escape. On the same day, A Catholic priest was burned to death in his home at the handContinue reading “A Deadly Sunday in Nigeria”
Flooding in Nigeria: 603 Dead
Deaths due to floods in Nigeria have doubled from last month’s 300 to now more than 600, with 2,407 people injured (up from 500 last month) and 1.3 million displaced (up from 100,000). About 82,000 homes have been destroyed and 108,000 hectares of farmland damaged, increasing concerns over rising food shortages. Father, please have mercy.Continue reading “Flooding in Nigeria: 603 Dead”
Floods in Nigeria
More than 300 people have died this year, and at least 20 this week, due to floods covering most of Nigeria. Another 500 have been injured, and 100,000 people are displaced. Thousands of hectares of farmland are now destroyed. Father, please have mercy. Help those who are trapped and in need of rescue. When theyContinue reading “Floods in Nigeria”
Fulani Muslims of Nigeria
Nigeria is rated the seventh most dangerous country in the world for Christians, largely due to terrorist activities by Fulani militia, who have martyred and abducted vast numbers of Christians, especially during Sunday church services. Let’s pray for this Muslim unreached people group so desperately in need of Christ’s love. The semi-nomadic Fulani herdsmen ofContinue reading “Fulani Muslims of Nigeria”
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