12 killed after gunmen attack Church during Sunday Mass at Nigeria

No group has claimed the responsibility for the attack so far.

At least 12 people were killed and several injured after gunmen stormed into a church in Nigeria's Anambra region and opened fire.

The attack took place during an early morning service at St. Philip's Catholic Church in Ozubulu, Anambra State.

It is not yet clear as to how many gunmen carried out this heinous act.

Reports say that close to 100 people were in the church when the attack took place.

The attack took place early in the morning at around 6 am local time when worshippers had gathered for a Sunday mass. The gunmen were reportedly dressed in black and their faces were covered.

No group has claimed the responsibility for the attack so far.

In the past, terrorist group Boko Haram has carried out deadly attacks at several places across Nigeria.

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