Tag Archives: CAN
CAN Warned against Partisanship
The National Democratic Front (NDF) has issued a warning to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) to henceforth desist from meddling into Nigeria’s political affairs or risk facing public disgrace. The group’s Secretary-General, Bolaji Abdulkadir handed this warning to CAN yesterday at a press conference, expressing its displeasure at the unwholesome activities of the Christian … Continue reading
Visit to Buhari not your business, CAN to NCEF
Following criticism from the National Christian Elders’ Forum (NCEF) lashed out at the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) over the congratulatory visit to President Buhari recently, CAN has stated that its visit is none of the Forum’s business. Gaintability News gathered from Vanguard that the Director of Legal and Public Affairs, CAN, Samuel Kwamkur, while … Continue reading
CAN Calls for Religious Balance in NASS Leadership
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged leaders of the National Assembly to ensure that the newly appointed principal officers into the two legislative chambers reflect religious balance. The CAN president, Reverend Samson Ayokunle made this known in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja. Ayokunle stated that the association’s request became necessary as … Continue reading
CAN Raises Alarm Over Plot to Disrupt Taraba Elections
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Taraba State has raised alarm over an alleged plot by some politicians to disrupt Saturday’s governorship and house of assembly elections in the state. CAN Chairman in the state, Reverend Innocent Solomon, made the allegation at a press briefing on Monday. He said the plan, which was in … Continue reading
CAN Seeks for Prayers for Leah Sharibu’s Release, Fair Polls
As yesterday marked the one year anniversary of the abduction of the Dapchi schoolgirls, another appeal has gone the way of Nigerians not to relent in prayers to secure the safe release of Leah Sharibu. President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Samson Ayokunle made the plea on Tuesday in a statement issued … Continue reading
Without Prayers, Elections May Not Hold –CAN Cautions
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has issued a warning to Nigerians that except they pray this week, the general elections may not hold. CAN President, Rev. Samson Ayokunle while making the call on Sunday at the Trinity Baptist Church, Ajobo, Ibadan, Oyo State, advised Nigerians that the prayers are necessary if they want the … Continue reading