4 h. ago C&S demands government action on abducted Kaduna worshippers

The Cherubim & Seraphim church calls for government action to rescue over 150 members following the Kaduna worshippers abduction in Kajuru. Read More: https://punchng.com/cs-demands-government-action-on-abducted-kaduna-worshippers/

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23 h. ago Fayose accuses Makinde of becoming opposition spokesman after Tinubu snub

Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has accused Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde of positioning himself as an opposition spokesman read more Fayose accuses Makinde of becoming opposition spokesman after Tinubu snub

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29 h. ago CAN Holds Special Prayers For Release Of 177 Abducted Kaduna Worshippers

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State has held a special prayer session for the safe release of 177 worshippers abducted from churches in Kurmin Wali community, one week after the attack. The solemn gathering, held on Sunday at Tawaliu Baptist Church, Maraban Kajuru, drew Christian leaders from […]

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34 h. ago Kaduna Abductions: Governor Sani Denies Media Clampdown, Orders Probe

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has denied allegations that his administration attempted to restrict media access or intimidate victims and residents of Kurmin Wali community in Kajuru local area of the State, following the abduction of 177 worshippers in the area last Sunday. The governor made the clarification during an interview with the BBC, after […]

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38 h. ago Kaduna gov opens Makarfi, Zaria roads, pays N1bn compensation

Kaduna Governor Uba Sani commissions key road projects in Makarfi and Zaria to boost connectivity, paying over N1bn in compensation to affected residents. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-gov-opens-makarfi-zaria-roads-pays-n1bn-compensation/

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3 d. ago PFN To Federal Gov’t: Deploy Intelligence, Resources To Rescue Abducted Kaduna Worshippers

The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has appealed to the federal government to deploy every available resources and intelligence within their capacity to ensure the immediate, safe, and unconditional release of over 100 abducted Kurmin Wali worshippers in Kajuru local government area of Kaduna State. In a statement issued by PFN National Secretary, David Bakare, […]

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3 d. ago “After Kaduna Church Abductions” – US tells Tinubu Government To Intensify Protection Of Christian Communities

The United States has called on the Nigerian government to take stronger and more decisive action to protect Christian communities. Allison Hooker, the US under secretary for political affairs, spoke during a high-level US–Nigeria working group meeting in Abuja on Thursday. Hooker said the meeting was to discuss how both countries can work together to […] The post “After Kaduna Church Abductions” – US tells Tinubu Government To Intensify Protection Of Christian Communities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Families in Kaduna wait in fear as Bandits demand compensation before talks on 166 abducted worshippers

Every night since January 18, families in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, have gone to bed read more Families in Kaduna wait in fear as Bandits demand compensation before talks on 166 abducted worshippers

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3 d. ago Southern Kaduna Leaders Urge Immediate Action On Abducted Villagers

The Southern Kaduna People’s Union (SOKAPU) has called on governments at all levels to take urgent steps to secure the immediate and safe release of villagers abducted in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru local government area of Kaduna State. No fewer than 166 villagers were reportedly kidnapped last Sunday during a church service in the community. The […]

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4 d. ago Kaduna LG strengthens security network with 166 JTF recruits

Jaba Local Government in Kaduna recruits 166 Joint Task Force members to combat rising kidnapping and banditry, bolstering its local security network. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-lg-strengthens-security-network-with-166-jtf-recruits/

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4 d. ago Kaduna traditional ruler urges upgrade to first class status

During its Silver Jubilee, the Koro Chiefdom in Kaduna urges the state government to upgrade its status to first-class, citing its history and growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-traditional-ruler-urges-upgrade-to-first-class-status/

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4 d. ago Kaduna abduction: Northern Christian youths seek community forest guard

Following the Kaduna abduction of 169 people, Northern Christian youths urge the government to establish a community forest guard to prevent future attacks Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-abduction-northern-christian-youth-seek-community-forest-guard/

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4 d. ago “FG’s Silence, Kajuru LG’s Denial Of Kidnap Of 163 Church Worshippers Is Shameful; They Must Apologise ” – PDP

Press Statement KADUNA KIDNAP: GOVERNMENT, POLICE DENIAL SHAMEFUL The Federal Government’s silence and the outright denial by the Kaduna State @PoliceNG and Kajuru Local Government Chairman regarding the kidnapping of approximately 163 worshippers in Kajuru community represents a dangerous pattern recurrent in the course of this administration-the normalization of insecurity and a deliberate attempt to […] The post “FG’s Silence, Kajuru LG’s Denial Of Kidnap Of 163 Church Worshippers Is Shameful; They Must Apologise ” – PDP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Kaduna Kidnap: PDP Decries Federal Govt Silence, Demands Safe Return Of Abductees

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has faulted the Federal Government’s silence and the outright denial by the Kaduna State Police and the Kajuru Local Government Chairman over the kidnapping of approximately 163 worshippers in the Kajuru community. The party said those acts reflected a dangerous pattern recurrent in the course of this administration-the normalisation of […]

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5 d. ago Kaduna gov assures community of abducted worshippers’ return

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, on Wednesday visited the Kurmin Wali community in Kajuru Local Government Area following the abduction of no fewer than 177 worshippers by suspected bandits on Sunday. Our correspondent gathered that the governor arrived in the community at about 3:00pm and departed around 6:00pm. Sani said the visit was to commiserate Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-gov-assures-community-of-abducted-worshippers-return/

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5 d. ago Names Of 177 Worshippers Kidnapped From Three Kaduna Churches Revealed

The identities of the 177 persons kidnapped from ECWA Church and Cherubim and Seraphim Churches 1 and 2 at Kurmin Wali community in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Sunday have been revealed. The list paints a harrowing picture of entire families taken away from their homes and places of worship, leaving the […] The post Names Of 177 Worshippers Kidnapped From Three Kaduna Churches Revealed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Gov Sani Visits Kajuru After Abduction, Promises Speedy Return Of Victims

Last Sunday, gunmen abducted over 100 worshippers in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The post Gov Sani Visits Kajuru After Abduction, Promises Speedy Return Of Victims appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 d. ago Kaduna Abduction: No Inconsistency In Police Communication – Spokesman

Reports of the abduction in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, emerged on Sunday, with over 100 worshippers said to have been taken during the attack. The post Kaduna Abduction: No Inconsistency In Police Communication – Spokesman appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 d. ago Abductions: PDP’s Ashiru Slams Kaduna Government, Accuses Governor Sani Of Denial, Failed Leadership

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the 2023 elections in Kaduna State, Rt. Hon. Isa Mohammed Ashiru, has condemned the abduction of 177 worshippers from three churches in Kurmin Wali, Afogo Ward, Kajuru Local Government Area of the State, describing the incident as a glaring failure of governance and leadership. In a press […]

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5 d. ago After Denial, Calling CAN Liars, Kaduna Govt., Police Finally Admit Bandits’ Kidnap Of Over 160 Worshippers From Three Churches In Kajuru LG

A day after denying reports of the abduction of worshippers from three churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, the police reversed their position, admitting that the attack “did occur” and many people were kidnapped. The police admitted the incident in a Tuesday night statement issued by their spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin. […] The post After Denial, Calling CAN Liars, Kaduna Govt., Police Finally Admit Bandits’ Kidnap Of Over 160 Worshippers From Three Churches In Kajuru LG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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