The news of the massacre in Benue State, Nigeria, shook the world with over 200 innocent lives brutally taken away in Yelwata, Benue State, Nigeria, reports ITREALMS.
This incident, ITREALMS gathered left families and communities in shock and grief, as the Catholic pontiff, Pope Leo offered special prayer for Nigeria over the killings in Benue.
The victims, mostly internally displaced persons were seeking shelter in a local Catholic mission,when they were caught in the crossfire of violence.
Pope Leo, moved by the tragedy, took a moment during his Sunday prayer to pay tribute to the victims.
With compassion and empathy, he prayed for "security, justice, and peace" in Nigeria, specifically mentioning the rural Christian communities in Benue State who have faced relentless violence.
The Pope's words brought solace to the grieving families and communities.
Also his prayer served as a reminder that even in the darkest times, there are those who care and stand in solidarity with them.
The Pope's prayer sparked a wave of empathy and compassion, inspiring others to join in the call for peace and justice in Nigeria.
Remmy Nweke/DoP
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