
Catholic Archdiocese in Nigeria Announces Death of Kidnapped Priest
Father Bako, 48, was kidnapped by bandits following an attack on St. John’s Catholic Parish, where he served as pastor.
Father Bako, 48, was kidnapped by bandits following an attack on St. John’s Catholic Parish, where he served as pastor.
The Diocese of Zaria announced ‘with joy’ the good news regarding Father Felix Zakari Fidson.
Father Uchechukwu, chancellor of the diocese within the ecclesiastical province of Kaduna, thanked those who had prayed for the priest’s release.
Father Juma’s abduction was one the latest in a series of kidnappings that seem to target Christians, including priests, in the West African nation.
Father Juma’s abduction is the latest in a series of kidnappings in Nigeria that appear to target Christians, including priests.
The kidnapping of clergy and other Catholics is an ongoing problem in Africa’s most populous country.
Bishops in Nigeria have repeatedly called on the government to do more to improve security in the country.
The May 17 attack occurred days after Nigerian military personnel conducted aerial strikes across locations believed to be occupied by bandits in Kaduna State.
Nigeria’s Catholic bishops have repeatedly called on the government to put in place strict measures to protect its population.
During the 10 days that Fr. Dajo was held captive, Archbishop Kaigama repeatedly appealed for people to pray for his safe release and for others also held captive.
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