An elderly survivor of a recent church attack in Kwara State has shared a harrowing account. He detailed the tragic incident. Many congregants were abducted during the raid.
The devastating event occurred on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Gunmen stormed the Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku. This report details the unfolding tragedy.
Initial, unconfirmed reports indicated three fatalities. These deaths resulted from the church raid.
Eyewitness Details Church Attack in Kwara
The elderly survivor spoke with BBC News. He recounted the horrific moments. Gunmen opened fire on the church. Worshippers immediately began to flee.
The church’s security officer was targeted first. Gunmen then commanded all congregants to lie down. This testimony came directly from the survivor.
A total of 30 congregants were abducted. The gunmen took them away. As of now, the abductors have not made contact.
Meanwhile, a Nigerian farmer shared her grief online. She lamented her cousin’s abduction. This happened during the Kwara church attack.
Her Facebook post quickly gained traction. The farmer revealed her cousin was taken. Her baby was also abducted with her.
The Kwara State government responded decisively. They closed schools in five districts. This aims to prevent future attacks. President Bola Tinubu also postponed foreign travel. He prioritized urgent security briefings.
Furthermore, the United States made a significant move. They redesignated Nigeria. It is now a ‘Country of Particular Concern’.
Watch the survivor’s testimony in the video below.
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