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Rev. Fr. Bobbo Paschal, the Parish Priest of St. Stephen Parish in Kushe Gugbu, located in the Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has been abducted by suspected terrorists.
The incident took place on Monday morning when the assailants invaded the area and took the priest from his home.
The Archdiocese of Kaduna released a statement regarding the incident, which was shared with reporters by its Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Christian Okewu Emmanuel.
The statement revealed that a sibling of Rev. Fr. Anthony Yero was killed by the terrorists during the assault.
Okewu also confirmed that several other individuals were abducted and taken to unknown locations by the attackers.
This incident occurs amidst allegations that Christians in Nigeria are facing persecution by Islamic extremists, with claims of an alleged Christian genocide.
While the Nigerian government has dismissed these allegations, some U.S. lawmakers, including former President Donald Trump, have asserted that Christians are indeed being persecuted in Nigeria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Rev. Fr. Bobbo Paschal?
Rev. Fr. Bobbo Paschal was kidnapped by suspected terrorists from his residence in Kaduna State on Monday morning.
What did the Archdiocese of Kaduna say about the incident?
The Archdiocese of Kaduna issued a statement confirming the kidnapping and reported that a brother of Rev. Fr. Anthony Yero was killed during the attack.
Are Christians being persecuted in Nigeria?
There are claims that Christians in Nigeria are being persecuted by Islamic extremists, although the Nigerian government has denied these allegations. Some U.S. lawmakers maintain that persecution is occurring.
