US Congress Condemns Abduction of Worshippers in Kaduna Churches, Calls for Stronger Protection
The US Congress, through its Foreign Affairs Committee, strongly condemned the abduction of 160 worshippers in Kaduna churches by bandits during a church service. The Nigerian authorities initially denied the incident but later confirmed the abduction.
The abductors demanded a ransom for the release of the victims. Allison Hooker, a representative, called on the Nigerian government to take stronger steps to protect the Christian community and ensure their freedom to worship without fear.
The incident was verified on Wednesday, highlighting the ongoing security challenges in Nigeria.
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