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20-11-2025
Two people were killed in a church attack in central Nigeria, just days after dozens of schoolgirls were abducted in the country's north. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack or the abductions. The Nigerian government has responded by deploying additional troops to the region. The attacks have drawn international attention, with US President Donald Trump previously suggesting possible military action in Nigeria to protect Christians.
Entities: Nigeria, Eruku, Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Bola Tinubu • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
20-11-2025
Gunmen attacked a church in Eruku, Nigeria, killing at least two people and kidnapping the pastor and some worshippers. The attack occurred amid escalating violence against Christians in Nigeria, with recent incidents including the kidnapping of 25 girls from a boarding school in Kebbi State. The US Ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, held an event highlighting the ongoing violence, describing it as 'genocide wearing the mask of chaos.' Rapper Nicki Minaj, who spoke at the event, emphasized the need for urgent action to protect Christians in Nigeria.
Entities: Nigeria, Christ Apostolic Church, Eruku, Kwara State, Kebbi State • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
20-11-2025
Rap star Nicki Minaj is being praised for using her platform to highlight the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Human rights lawyer Knox Thames thanked Minaj for bringing attention to the issue, stating that the 'body count is just too high to ignore.' Minaj will address the United Nations on the issue alongside U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz. Former President Donald Trump had previously designated Nigeria as a 'country of particular concern' due to the widespread killings of Christians. Minaj expressed gratitude for Trump's statement, emphasizing the importance of respecting each other's beliefs and not standing by while atrocities occur.
Entities: Nicki Minaj, Nigeria, Knox Thames, United Nations, Mike Waltz • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform