Coordinated Suicide Attacks in Northern Nigeria

Female suicide bombers carried out coordinated attacks at a wedding, funeral, and hospital in northern Nigeria, killing at least 18 people. The attacks have raised concerns about the security situation in the region, which has been heavily impacted by the insurgency of Boko Haram since 2009.

Protest for the Release of Leah Sharibu from Boko Haram Captivity

Nigerian Christians protest government's failure to free Leah Sharibu, a Christian captive of Boko Haram since 2018, who refused to convert to Islam. Her parents continue to call for her release and the government's intervention.

Chibok Schoolgirl Abduction by Boko Haram in Nigeria

Nearly 300 Chibok schoolgirls were abducted by Boko Haram in 2014, with 91 still missing. Families marked the 10-year anniversary with ongoing trauma and devastation. Reports show the girls faced sexual violence and coerced marriages, leading to children. International organizations rank Nigeria as the most dangerous place for Christians due to ongoing terrorist threats. President Joe Biden removed Nigeria from the list of countries of particular concern for religious freedom in 2021, sparking outrage.