Fulani Herdsmen Target Christians in Deadly Nigeria Attack
On March 10, Fulani herdsmen killed six Christian villagers in Nigeria’s Nasarawa State, following the murder of a Christian farmer who resisted their cattle grazing on his land. The attack led to widespread destruction and injuries to several villagers. Nigeria remains one of the most dangerous countries for Christians, a situation exacerbated by ongoing violent groups.
On March 10, Fulani herdsmen attacked the predominantly Christian village of Farin Dutse in Nasarawa State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of at least six villagers. This brutal incident followed the stabbing of a Christian farmer the previous day, who had opposed the herdsmen grazing cattle on his property. Witnesses reported that during the early morning assault, homes were set ablaze, further escalating the violence.
The community, represented by resident Esau Ezekiel, confirmed the identities of the deceased as Friday Danladi, Simeon Madaki, Ayawu Senior, Sunday Wa’azu, Vincent Sunday, Taimako Senior, and Filibus Jatau. Injured individuals, including Samaniya Wa’azu, Vincent Ezekiel, and Johnson Maikasuwa, were transported to healthcare facilities.
The Nasarawa State Police acknowledged the incident and deployed additional security forces in response to maintain peace in the region. Ramhan Nansel, spokesperson for the police, emphasized that there were significant property damages, including vandalism of houses and vehicles.
Predominantly Muslim Fulani herdsmen comprise numerous clans across Nigeria and the Sahel region. Although not all harbor extremist ideologies, certain factions exhibit radical tendencies and carry out violent attacks against Christian communities. Reports from the United Kingdom’s APPG indicated a systematic strategy mirroring that of Boko Haram, targeting Christians and their sanctuaries.
In accordance with Open Doors’ 2025 World Watch List, Nigeria remains one of the most perilous nations for Christians worldwide, where the overwhelming majority of recorded anti-Christian violence occurs. Many believe these assaults seek to forcibly seize Christian land while religious tensions deepen amidst escalating environmental challenges for grazing.
The conflict often extends to southern territories, with the emergence of new extremist factions such as Lakurawa, linked to wider jihadist movements. The ongoing violence has significantly contributed to Nigeria’s standing as the seventh most dangerous country for Christians, as detailed in the 2025 WWL report.
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The recent violence in Nigeria highlights the severe persecution faced by Christians, primarily at the hands of Fulani herdsmen, with incidents escalating in frequency and brutality. The systematic targeting of Christian communities reflects broader patterns of religious intolerance and violence in the region. As Nigeria ranks among the most dangerous countries for Christians, there are pressing calls for global awareness and action to assist those suffering from these attacks.
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