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177 Christians Freed After Being Kidnapped in January in Nigeria: Media

177 Christians Freed After Being Kidnapped in January in Nigeria: Media

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177 Christians Freed After Being Kidnapped in January in Nigeria: MediaIt remains unclear who facilitated the release of the kidnapped and whether a ransom was... 05.02.2026, Sputnik Africa

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177 Christians Freed After Being Kidnapped in January in Nigeria: MediaIt remains unclear who facilitated the release of the kidnapped and whether a ransom was paid, a local news outlet reported.Sources in law enforcement institutions also confirmed the release, the media said.Armed men raided churches in the Kurmin Wali community in Kaduna State on January 18 during Sunday services, a news outlet noted.The victims are receiving medical and psychosocial assistance following their return, the state's Governor Uba Sani said.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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