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Insecurity: My govt doesn’t pay ransom – Kaduna Gov Sani

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has restated his administration’s firm stance against paying ransom to criminals, despite the security challenges facing the state. The governor made this known during an interview on BBC Pidgin, where he addressed concerns over recent attacks and abductions in parts of Kaduna. Governor Sani spoke while reacting to the abduction […]

Christian media forum laments abduction of Kaduna worshippers, demands immediate rescue

The Christian Media Forum (CMF) has strongly condemned the abduction of 167 Christian worshippers in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The group described the incident as disturbing and unacceptable, calling on the government and security agencies to act swiftly to rescue the victims and restore confidence in public safety. In a […]

Police backtrack, admit 100 worshippers abducted in Kaduna’s Kajuru

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that more than 100 Christian worshippers were abducted in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. This clarification comes after earlier statements caused confusion and raised doubts about whether the incident actually happened. According to the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the police were aware […]

Bandits Kill ECWA Pastor, James Audu Issa, Despite Collecting ₦5M Ransom

Tragedy struck as Pastor James Audu Issa of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) was killed by bandits after his family had paid a ransom of ₦5 million for his release. The incident has left the community in deep mourning, with church members describing his death as a painful loss. Reports revealed that Pastor Issa […]

Herdsmen attack Catholic Parish in Katsina-Ala

Armed Fulani herdsmen have launched a violent assault on St. Paul’s Parish in Aye-Twar (Agu Centre), Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. A resident confirmed the incident and urged security agencies and relevant authorities to act swiftly to protect lives and property. The Nigerian Catholic Diocesan Priests’ Association (NCDPA) in Katsina-Ala Diocese has condemned […]