The Boys’ Brigade in Nigeria has confirmed that, following an attack on a Church in Borno State on Christmas Eve, three young people who were part of the BB and the Pastor of the Church were among those who were killed.

The Chair of the Brigade Executive, Drew Buchanan MBE, has sent this message to the BB family in Nigeria:

“The Boys’ Brigade UK & Republic of Ireland is deeply saddened by this attack which has tragically taken the lives of young people. The BB is a global family: although we live thousands of miles away from you in Nigeria, we stand beside you. We will be asking our members across the UK and Republic of Ireland to hold you all in their prayers at this difficult time. Please convey our deepest sympathies to the families and friends of those who have lost their lives.”