Nigerian army rescues 31 hostages after Easter church attack
The Nigerian army rescued 31 people kidnapped after an armed attack on a church at Easter, with five civilians killed and their bodies recovered at the scene.
The Nigerian army has conducted a successful rescue operation, freeing 31 individuals who had been kidnapped following a violent attack on a church during Easter celebrations. According to military reports, the assault was carried out by unidentified gunmen, resulting in the deaths of five civilians whose bodies were recovered at the scene. The rescue operation was launched in immediate response to the attack, highlighting the efforts of security forces to curb violence and protect the populace. This incident underscores the ongoing security challenges in the region, where similar attacks have previously targeted religious and civilian communities.
