Fulani Archives

Nigerian government must do more to promote interreligious harmony, CSW says

Apr 2, 2021

Across Nigeria, Christians have been targeted for attacks by Muslim fundamentalists, usually either by Boko Haram or marauding Fulani herdsmen.

By Ngala Killian Chimtom

Top Nigerian prelate calls for ‘new beginning’ amid national woes

Jan 4, 2021

One of Nigeria’s most authoritative Catholic prelates has said the start of a new year ought to mark a turning point for the troubled nation, with the focus placed on ending ethnic, political, and religious divisions, and working toward what unifies and is beneficial for all.

By Elise Ann Allen

Genocide in Nigeria ‘happening before our eyes,’ congressman says at hearing

Dec 19, 2020

The Catholic bishop of Gboko, Nigeria, and the Knights of Columbus added their voices to a Dec. 17 congressional hearing spotlighting sectarian violence in Nigeria in which thousands of Christians have been killed simply for their faith identity.

By Kurt Jensen

Nigeria going on U.S. religious freedom watch list a positive move, expert says

Dec 15, 2020

Nigeria’s designation as a “country of particular concern” for religious freedom by the U.S. State department is a “very good thing,” according to a leading human rights charity.

By Crux Staff

Kidnapped Christians released in Nigeria

Oct 14, 2020

Christian Solidarity Worldwide, a global campaigner for religious freedom, has called for continued prayers for Nigeria after the release of four students and their teacher who were kidnapped in August.

By Crux Staff

Nigerian Christians more resilient than terrorists, advocate says

Sep 12, 2020

Christianity won’t be driven from Nigeria by Boko Haram and Fulani militants, says one human rights advocate.

By Crux Staff

Nigeria is becoming world’s ‘biggest killing ground of Christians’

Aug 21, 2020

Nigeria is becoming the “biggest killing ground of Christians in the world” due to attacks by Boko Haram and Fulani militants, says a leading charity.

By Crux Staff