11 Christians Killed During Christmas Day Attacks

As Christians worldwide celebrated Christ’s birth, armed Islamic militants targeted Christian communities in Kwande County, Benue state, killing 11 people. The largest attack occurred during church services in Turan, a predominantly Catholic Tiv community near the borders of Taraba state and Cameroon. Unidentified Islamic militants launched additional surprise attacks, leaving many people injured and forcing many others to evacuate their homes. Numerous homes were damaged as well.