persecution
Muslim Gunmen Kill 31 Christians in Attacks Across Plateau, Kaduna States
By commsmanager at International Christian Concern
· June 22, 2026
· 6 min read
Armed Muslim Tribesmen killed at least 31 people in two separate assaults on rural Christian communities in Plateau and Kaduna states within one week, according to various sources. The deadliest attack occurred late on June 21 in Kawel community, Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area, Pla
Key takeaway The deadliest attack occurred late on June 21 in Kawel community, Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area, Plateau state, where residents said gunmen opened fire on homes and a hospital, killing 22 Christians.
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Category: persecution ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: International Christian Concern ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Armed Muslim Tribesmen killed at least 31 people in two separate assaults on rural Christian communities in Plateau and Kaduna states within one week, according to various sources. The deadliest attack occurred late on June 21 in Kawel community, Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area, Pla
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