The Lagos State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria has instructed the leadership of the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries to review the pattern with which its members present testimonies at gatherings. Recall that the Christian body condemned one of the viral testimonies shared by a member of the church during the penultimate week. In sharing the testimony, the …

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged the Federal Government to address the country’s worsening economic and security issues. In a statement celebrating the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s 64th birthday, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh recognised her dedication to social causes, especially in agriculture, women’s empowerment, education, healthcare, and philanthropy. Archbishop Okoh took the opportunity to highlight the …

The Niger State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria has called on President Bola Tinubu to reduce the pump price of fuel and the rising cost of food in the markets. This appeal comes ahead of the planned nationwide hunger protest scheduled to be held from August 1 to 10 by Nigerian youths. The State CAN Chairman, Dr Bulus …

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed deep concern over the recent suicide attacks in Gwoza, Borno State. The attacks, which took place on Saturday resulted in the death of over 30 and dozens of injuries. The attacks, carried out by suspected female suicide bombers, struck a wedding, a hospital, and a funeral in Gwoza, a border town near …

The Edo State chapters of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Saturday endorsed the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the September governorship election in the state, Dr Asue Ighodalo, and his running mate, Barrister Osarodion Ogie, as their joint candidate of choice. The endorsement and prayer rain for their …

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Saturday demanded the intensified effort and decisive action of the Federal Government to ensure the rescue of the remaining Chibok girls. The Christian body said the pain and anguish experienced by the parents of the abducted girls was deeply felt and that it was not only a matter of national importance but also …

In the 19th century and even before, Bobriskys were lynched like common criminals. Their sin was their considered unusual sexuality. Until then, homosexual activities were classified as “unnatural crime against nature” while sodomy got punished with, sometimes death. In comparison, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, famously known as Bobrisky, has suffered one of the mildest fates. Between 1877 and 1950, over 4000 …

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Monday led protests over continuous killings in Plateau State and other parts of the country. The protest, tagged “Plateau Peace Walk”, was led by the state CAN chairman, Rev Polycarp Lubo, ECWA President, Rev Dr Stephen Baba Panya, Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) President, Rev. (Dr.) Amos Mohzo; Catholic Bishop of Jos, …

The Kaduna State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev John Joseph Hayab has noted that at 63, Nigeria has not done well since independence. He said: “At 63, we have not done well, we are still crawling, at 63, we do not even know what to do. There is so much insecurity, lack of growth, labour is …

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed condolences to Muslims in Zaria and the entire nation following the tragic loss of lives and injuries when a section of the Zaria Central Mosque collapsed during prayers on Friday. The association also called on the government and all relevant stakeholders to ensure a thorough investigation into the incident to prevent such …