Catholic Diocese of Gboko Closes Schools Due to Attacks
The Catholic Diocese of Gboko has ordered the immediate closure of its institutions in Ihugh, Vandeikya Local Government Area, Benue State, due to ongoing attacks on church-owned properties. The affected institutions include St Winifred Girls Secondary School, St Thomas Hospital, St Winifred Nursery and Primary School, and St Winifred Parish.
The directive, signed by Bishop Most Rev. William Avenya and diocesan chancellor Rev. Fr. Marcellinus Wende, cites repeated disturbances and acts of destruction since 2024, including the burning of student hostels on multiple occasions. The diocese has engaged with community leaders and authorities but has not achieved the necessary security assurances.
As a result, students will be assisted in continuing their education in other Catholic schools, and patients from St Thomas Hospital will be referred to other facilities.
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