Islamic extremists in Nigeria have continued their attacks into the new year against Christian communities after carrying out widespread murder and other atrocities in multiple locations on Christmas Eve.
An armed group of men killed at least 14 people in the country’s Rivers State, who were returning to their homes from a New Year’s Eve midnight church service, according to The Guardian.
“The gunmen opened fire on a set of worshippers at about 12:30 am on Monday,” said Ugochi Olugbo, a relative of one of the victims.
The Nigeria Independent reported the terrorists ambushed people at two different locations in a coordinated attack on Christians returning from church.
“Fourteen persons died on the spot, while 12 who sustained gunshot wounds were rushed to the hospital and are receiving medical attention,” a police source who asked to remain anonymous told the outlet.
DSP Nnamdi Omoni, the police public relations officer for the Rivers State Police Command, said he could not confirm the number of casualties. He told The Independent the commissioner of police, Ahmed Zaki, had launched a manhunt for the gunmen to ensure they are arrested and prosecuted.
More Than 140 Christians Massacred on Christmas Eve
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