Christian Villages Marked For SLAUGHTER

A potential ‘Christmas massacre’ threatens Christian communities in Nigeria, raising alarms globally.

Story Snapshot

Judd Saul warns of planned Christmas attacks in Nigeria.
Previous massacres cited as evidence of real threats.
Nigerian security confirms awareness and response.
Advocates call for international intervention.

Judd Saul’s Warning on Christmas Attacks

Judd Saul, an American missionary and founder of Equipping the Persecuted, has raised alarms regarding potential terrorist attacks on Christian communities in Nigeria’s Middle Belt during Christmas. During an emergency summit in Washington, D.C., Saul revealed intelligence about Fulani ethnic militias gathering forces along key state borders, planning strikes on locations like Riyom and Bokkos in Plateau State. These warnings, Saul claims, are based on credible intelligence networks and past incidents where similar warnings were ignored.

Saul’s warnings are not without precedent. The December 2023 “Black Christmas” massacres, which saw up to 295 Christians killed in Plateau State by Fulani-speaking mercenaries, serve as a grim reminder of the potential for such violence. The June 2025 Yelwata massacre in Benue State, where 278 villagers were killed, further underscores the ongoing threat. In both cases, Saul and Nigerian academic Franc Utu assert that actionable intelligence was available but ignored by security forces, leading to catastrophic outcomes.

Nigerian Security Response

Nigerian security agencies, particularly the Department of State Services (DSS), have acknowledged the threat intelligence regarding the Christmas attacks. According to sources cited by *Punch*, DSS officers have confirmed they are “already working on it,” with increased surveillance and preventive measures in place. The DSS has historically provided intelligence on such threats, recognizing the pattern of attacks during festive periods. Despite these assurances, advocates remain skeptical, citing past failures to act on early warnings.

Advocacy groups like the International Committee on Nigeria (ICON) and TruthNigeria are amplifying these warnings, urging international intervention. They argue that government complacency could lead to mass casualties, similar to or worse than the 2023 massacres. Persecution.org has described this Christmas as particularly tense for Nigerian Christians, recommending precautions such as church closures before dark and improved surveillance.

Call for International Intervention

The warnings have prompted calls for stronger international action. Advocates suggest that the U.S. and other nations should exert diplomatic pressure on Nigeria to address these security threats. They emphasize the need for direct military support to local defense structures and increased aid for displaced communities. With over 100,000 Christians reportedly killed in Nigeria over the past decade, the situation demands urgent attention from the global community.

As the Christmas season approaches, the need for vigilance and decisive action is critical. The world watches closely, hoping to prevent another tragedy and protect vulnerable communities from potential atrocities.