Nigeria religion news

Here are some recent news stories related to religion in Nigeria:

Christianity

  1. Churches attacked in Kaduna: On February 26, 2023, several churches were attacked in Kaduna state, resulting in the death of at least 10 people and the injury of many others. The attacks were carried out by suspected Fulani herdsmen. (Source: BBC News)
  2. Bishop kidnapped in Benue: On February 22, 2023, the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Makurdi, Most Rev. Dr. Wilfred Anagbe, was kidnapped by unknown gunmen in Benue state. (Source: Vanguard News)
  3. Christian leaders call for peace: In response to the ongoing violence in Nigeria, Christian leaders have called for peace and unity among Nigerians. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged Christians to remain calm and not take the law into their own hands. (Source: This Day Live)

Islam

  1. Imam kidnapped in Katsina: On February 25, 2023, the Imam of a mosque in Katsina state was kidnapped by unknown gunmen. The Imam, who was identified as Alhaji Abubakar, was taken away from his residence in the early hours of the morning. (Source: Daily Trust)
  2. Muslim scholars condemn violence: In response to the ongoing violence in Nigeria, Muslim scholars have condemned the attacks and called for peace and unity among Nigerians. The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has urged Muslims to remain calm and not take the law into their own hands. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
  3. Mosque destroyed in Plateau: On February 20, 2023, a mosque was destroyed in Plateau state by unknown attackers. The mosque, which was located in the Jos North Local Government Area, was set ablaze by the attackers, who also destroyed several homes in the area. (Source: The Punch)

Interfaith Dialogue

  1. Christian and Muslim leaders meet: On February 24, 2023, Christian and Muslim leaders met in Abuja to discuss ways to promote peace and unity in Nigeria. The meeting was organized by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA). (Source: The Nation)
  2. Interfaith prayer session held: On February 21, 2023, an interfaith prayer session was held in Lagos to promote peace and unity among Nigerians. The prayer session was attended by Christian and Muslim leaders, as well as other religious leaders. (Source: Vanguard News)

Other News

  1. Nigeria's religious leaders call for calm: On February 23, 2023, Nigeria's religious leaders called for calm and peace in the country, following the recent attacks and violence. The leaders, who included Christian and Muslim leaders, urged Nigerians to remain calm and not take the law into their own hands. (Source: This Day Live)
  2. Nigeria's government vows to protect religious leaders: On February 22, 2023, Nigeria's government vowed to protect religious leaders and places of worship in the country. The government made the pledge following the recent attacks on churches and mosques. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)