Christianity in Nigeria

A Sunday service at the Redeemed Christian Church of God in Melrose, Mass. includes gospel singing, a live band, and dancing.

This African church hopes to spread across America ‘like Starbucks’

February 12, 2014Lifestyle & Belief

The Redeemed Christian Church of God began in Nigeria, but it’s growing rapidly in the US, especially among the African immigrant community. Their goals? Bring as many people to heaven as possible, and have a church within a 10-mile radius in any direction.

Ethnic violence strikes Nigeria

August 14, 2013Global Politics

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