The latest attacks on Christians in the nation of Nigeria at the hands of suspected Islamic militants resulted in eight killed and 10 others injured.
The incidents, according to an April 20 report from International Christian Concern, unfolded overnight in a coordinated manner.
Many residents were left with no choice but to flee their homes to avoid gunfire.
The first incident — occurring around 8:00 p.m. local time on April 18 near Kpasho in Kwall District — involved armed men ambushing four young people traveling by motorcycle.
“One person was killed at the scene, while another later died in the hospital,” International Christian Concern described.
“The other two sustained injuries and are receiving treatment.”
In the next attack — which started two hours later in Barkin Ladi — attackers stormed a predominantly Christian community and fired upon residents.
Four were killed and five were wounded.
The third attack, occurring around
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