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Fulani militias are the biggest killers of Christians in Nigeria. What happens when they meet Christ?
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Brennan Berryhill , Mission Network News
· July 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Nigeria (MNN) — Fulani militias are far and away the biggest Christian killers in Nigeria, says a study from the Observatory for Religious Freedom in Africa. Greg Kelley with Unknown Nations says, “The Fulani [militias] would want to eradicate Christianity.” The study shows that Fulani militias acco
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Key takeaway ” The study shows that Fulani militias account for 44 percent of terror killings in Nigeria, more than Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) combined.
Why this matters
The staggering violence perpetrated by Fulani militias in Nigeria highlights the urgent need for targeted prayer and support for Christian ministries in the region. With 79,323 people killed in terror-related violence from 2019 to September 2025, the situation demands a nuanced understanding of the complex ethnic and religious dynamics at play. The fact that Fulani militias account for 44 percent of terror killings, surpassing Boko Haram and ISWAP combined, underscores the need for ministries like Unknown Nations to focus on reaching the Fulani people with the Gospel. The success of disciples from the Fulani community in sharing God's Word with their own people demonstrates the potential for impactful evangelism when Christians are equipped with resources like solar-powered audio Bibles. By recognizing Nigeria's diverse people groups, including the Fulani, Hausa, and Kanuri, Christians can pray more specifically and effectively for laborers to be sent to these areas, potentially sparking revival in northern Nigeria.
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Category: poverty Published: July 24, 2026 Source: Mission Network News Reading time: 3 min
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