2/6/2025 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) — Fulani Islamic extremists stormed a village in Ebonyi state in the early morning hours of Sunday, Feb. 2, shooting Christians and setting homes on fire. At least 16 people died in the attack.

Those killed belonged to The Lord Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministry. Local sources reported that the attack occurred after several days of threats were made following accusations that villagers had killed cattle belonging to the Fulani herders. Community leaders denied the allegations.

Ebonyi State Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru condemned the attack and urged residents to remain calm, assuring them that security forces had been deployed. “Our people are hospitable, but strangers should not take advantage of their calmness,” he said.

Amnesty International issued a statement urging Nigerian authorities to conduct an independent investigation into the killings and destruction. Security agencies have launched an inquiry, but no arrests have been reported. Local leaders have called for stronger security measures to protect communities.

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