US Condemns Brutal Murder of Kaduna Catholic Priest, Calls for Justice

US Condemns Brutal Murder of Kaduna Catholic Priest, Calls for Justice

The United States Mission in Nigeria has expressed deep concern and condemnation over the gruesome killing of Reverend Father Sylvester Okechukwu, a Catholic priest in Kaduna State.

Father Okechukwu, who was the pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church in Tachira, Kaura Local Government Area, was abducted on Tuesday and later found dead in what has been described as a senseless act of violence. 

His tragic death was confirmed by the Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan on Wednesday.

In a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, the US Mission strongly condemned the murder, emphasizing the devastating impact of such attacks on religious communities.

"We strongly condemn this horrific act of violence. We extend our deepest condolences to the family, congregation, and community of Father Okechukwu, who have suffered an immeasurable loss," the statement read.