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100 Children Freed, Yet Violence Continues in Nigeria

12/19/2025

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Key Information: The Nigerian government announced the release of 100 kidnapped children from a Catholic school last month, but over half remain captive.
Armed groups, including Boko Haram and Fulani militants, continue violence.
Amnesty International reports over 10,000 deaths in northern Nigeria since May 2023.
Bishop Jacob Kwashi urges prayer, even for attackers, as violence escalates.
Militants are planning further attacks during the Christmas season.

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Key Information: The Nigerian government announced the release of 100 kidnapped children from a Catholic school last month, but over half remain captive.
Armed groups, including Boko Haram and Fulani militants, continue violence.
Amnesty International reports over 10,000 deaths in northern Nigeria since May 2023.
Bishop Jacob Kwashi urges prayer, even for attackers, as violence escalates.
Militants are planning further attacks during the Christmas season.