In Bauchi, where data is still being collected, Bishop Musa Tula, Chair of the Bauchi chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) reports at least 22 confirmed people killed. In Giade Local Government Area (LGA), 16 people were killed, including six members of the Youth Corps service. In Itas LGA, two members of the Youth Corps and one student were killed. In Bauchi Town, CAN Baiuchi confirmed the deaths of three people, including one infant, while the Nigerian Red Cross has confirmed 3500 displaced. Over 20 churches and many houses have been destroyed throughout the state. Bishop Musa Tula told CSW that Christians in Bauchi are "left in the arms of God with no other security.”...
Paul Fountain | 1/30/2009
