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Christian Persecution Soars in Nigeria Amidst Violent Conflicts

1/14/2026

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The report identifies fourteen of the top 50 countries with Christian persecution deaths in sub-Saharan Africa, Nigeria the most affected.
Henrietta Blyth of Open Doors U.K. emphasizes the religious dimension, urging recognition.
Mohammed Idris, Nigeria's Minister of Information, attributes the violence to criminal insurgency and resource disputes.
In Sudan, civil war has led to about 150,000 deaths, with Christians feeling targeted by both sides.

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Story summary

The report identifies fourteen of the top 50 countries with Christian persecution deaths in sub-Saharan Africa, Nigeria the most affected.
Henrietta Blyth of Open Doors U.K. emphasizes the religious dimension, urging recognition.
Mohammed Idris, Nigeria's Minister of Information, attributes the violence to criminal insurgency and resource disputes.
In Sudan, civil war has led to about 150,000 deaths, with Christians feeling targeted by both sides.