Pope Leo condemns killings in Nigeria, urges government to protect citizens
[NigerianEye - Nigeria] - 8/02/2026
Pope Leo XIV has expressed sorrow over recent violent attacks on communities in Nigeria, following reports that gunmen killed as many as 162 people in one of the country’s deadliest incidents in recent months.The pontiff made the remarks in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, offering prayers for the victims and calling on authorities to strengthen security.“It is with sorrow and concern that I learned of the recent attacks against various communities in Nigeria leading to a heavy loss of life. I express my prayerful closeness to all the victims of violence and terrorism. I likewise (…)
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