Armed assailants in Kaduna state, Nigeria on Nov. 17 killed a pastor and kidnapped his wife, Morning Star News reported.
The Rev. Joshua Amako Maraya of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), 2, in Damakasuwa town was killed at night by “bandits,” said the Rev. Romanus Ebenwokodi, spokesman for ECWA.
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The late pastor’s wife was reportedly released late on Nov. 19 after a ransom was paid.
In the 2023 World Watch List of the countries where it is most difficult to be a Christian, Nigeria jumped to sixth place, its highest ranking ever, from No. 7 the previous year.
EDITOR’S NOTE — This story was written and originally published by Morning Star News.
