Bishop Wilfred Anagbe's home village, Aondona, and his Makurdi Diocese in north-central Nigeria have suffered multiple fatal attacks by 'terrorist Jihadists,' resulting in over 20 deaths, scores injured, and thousands displaced. These attacks, occurring between May 23 and June 1, followed his testimony to the U.S. Congress in March about the severe persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The bishop and Father Remigius Ihyula had received threats after their testimony, prompting concerns from U.S. officials and a plea from Anagbe for international intervention to prevent further genocide.
Bishop's village attacked, 20 slain after recent testimony to Congress on Christian persecution
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Bishop Wilfred Anagbe's home village, Aondona, and his Makurdi Diocese in north-central Nigeria have suffered multiple fatal attacks by 'terrorist Jihadists,' resulting in over 20 deaths, scores injured, and thousands displaced. These attacks, occurring between May 23 and June 1, followed his testimony to the U.S. Congress in March about the severe persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The bishop and Father Remigius Ihyula had received threats after their testimony, prompting concerns from U.S. officials and a plea from Anagbe for international intervention to prevent further genocide.
Trending- 1 March 12: Bishop Wilfred Anagbe and Father Remigius Ihyula testified before the U.S. Congress.
- 2 April: Several foreign embassies in Abuja, Nigeria, warned Bishop Anagbe of credible high-level official threats.
- 3 April 10: The U.S. Mission in Nigeria posted on X, calling for the bishop’s 'right to speak freely without fear of retribution or retaliation'.
- 4 May 23: Father Solomon Atongo was shot in the leg by terrorists.
- 5 May 25: Bishop Anagbe's village, Aondona, was attacked, leaving over 20 people dead.
- 6 June 1: Terror was unleashed on Naka town, with many killed and displaced.
- 7 This week: Bishop Anagbe gave an exclusive interview to Fox News Digital.
- Over 20 deaths and scores injured in attacks
- Thousands of people displaced and living in makeshift camps
- Increased religious violence and persecution of Christians in Nigeria
- International attention drawn to the conflict and human rights abuses
- Threats and intimidation against religious leaders who speak out
What: Bishop Wilfred Anagbe's village and diocese in Nigeria were attacked, resulting in over 20 deaths and displacement, following his testimony to the U.S. Congress about Christian persecution.
When: March (congressional hearing); April (threats warned); May 23 - June 1 (four fatal attacks); this week (Bishop Anagbe's exclusive interview).
Where: Makurdi Diocese, Aondona village, Naka town, Benue State, north-central Nigeria; Washington D.C., USA; Abuja, Nigeria.
Why: The attacks are seen as retaliation for Bishop Anagbe's testimony to the U.S. Congress detailing violence against Christians in Nigeria. Islamist militants aim to establish Sharia law and suppress Christianity in the region.
How: Terrorist Jihadists, including Fulani militants, Boko Haram, and ISWAP, carried out coordinated attacks on Christian communities, involving shootings, killings, and displacement of villagers.