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Nigeria:  Islamic Fulani extremists storm Christian community, killing one man and abducting three other Christians

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“Fulani Extremists Kill 1, Abduct 3 Others in Southern Kaduna,” International Christian Concern, November 20, 2024:

11/20/2024 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) — Just before midnight on Nov. 16, Islamic Fulani extremists stormed the peaceful Christian community of Kuvoh in the Kusheka area of Kauru, southern Kaduna, killing one man and abducting three other Christians. Many residents sustained injuries during the attack, with some requiring urgent medical attention.

Villagers told an International Christian Concern (ICC) staffer that Mangala Moses, the man who died in the attack, was a well-liked member of the community who served as a leader in his church. Other than briefly speaking about Moses, many villagers declined to speak about the attack.

Local authorities have arrested villagers who have confirmed details about other recent Islamic extremist attacks. Officials also have fined media organizations for reporting on similar incidents. Community leaders in Kuvoh and the broader Kauru county are speaking out, urging authorities to conduct a thorough investigation to bring those responsible to justice….

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