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Catholic priest killed in ‘senseless act of violence’ in Nigeria

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The Diocese of Nsukka in Nigeria has denounced the murder of Father Matthew Eya, calling it a “senseless act of violence” and a “heinous crime.”

A statement shared with ACI Africa, CNA’s news partner in Africa, on Sept. 22 by Father Emmanuel Asadu, director of communications for the Nsukka Diocese, said the late parish priest of St. Charles Eha Ndiagu Parish was “tragically shot on the evening of Friday, Sept. 19, while returning to his parish after a pastoral assignment.”

“This senseless act of violence has left the entire diocese in deep sorrow,” Asadu said in the statement. “Father Matthew was a dedicated shepherd, known for his humility and unwavering commitment to his flock.

He added: “At this time, no concrete information has been received regarding the perpetrators or motives behind this heinous crime.”

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