What is really happening to Christians in Nigeria?
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Every day, around 13 Christians around the world are killed for their faith, and 70 per cent of the killing happens in Nigeria. According to the Open Doors World Watch List, Nigeria ranks 7th as one of the worst countries to be a Christian. Premier’s Ayeni Adu sat down with Suleiman, a pastor from North-Eastern Nigeria, which is one of the worst-hit areas, and he has seen first-hand some of the difficulties Christians face in the area.
Released on 7 May 2026
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