January 1, Deadly Nigeria Attacks Fuel Outrage Over Christian Persecution

Wyatt’s Take

• Radical gunmen targeted faithful Nigerians during Palm Sunday services, leaving at least 28 people dead.
• Witnesses say attackers shouted religious slogans and used assault rifles and machetes against Christian families.
• Critics say Nigerian leaders failed to respond fast enough, raising fears of more violence during Holy Week.

Witness Samson Chiroma said the gunmen split into three groups to maximize the carnage.

“All of them carried assault rifles,” he said.

“Some also carried machetes, which they used on victims who did not die immediately.”

Reports indicate the Nigerian military failed to take decisive action despite having intel on the shooters’ positions.

Some observers claim the government is showing complicity by refusing to stop the predictable slaughter of Christians.

Advocates are calling out Nigerian President Bola Tinubu for failing to stop what many are now calling a genocide.

There are fears that more massacres are planned for the remainder of the Easter season.

Republican Representative Riley Moore stated the incident was sickening but not surprising given the pattern of radical terror on holy days.

He warned that blood is on the hands of leaders who refuse to defend our brothers and sisters in Christ.

Former officials believe the country could collapse within 18 months if these religious killings continue unchecked.

They are urging immediate security ramp-ups to protect the remaining Christian communities during their most sacred week.

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Middle America understands the duty to protect people of faith, defend innocent families, and hold leaders accountable when violence goes unchecked.

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