Christianity in Borno State

Christianity is a minority in Borno State in Northeastern Nigeria. Christianity has a long history there. ^[1] The Christian Association of Nigeria opposed the introduction of Sharia. ^[2] An Anglican Diocese of Maiduguri exists. ^[3] Evangelical Church of West Africa is present in the state. ^[4] ^[5] Four churches have been burned in Damboa in 2000. ^[6] At least 65 Christians were killed and 57 churches were destroyed in Maiduguri in 2006, allegedly due to the cartoons of Denmark. ^[7] Christ Apostolic Church is, among others, present in Maiduguri. ^[8] Muslim sect Boko Haram has been accused of hijacking Christians. ^[9] The Church of Christ in Nigeria and Baptists are present in the state, too.^[10]

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