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2019 Election: CAN declares 3-day praise worship for free, fair credible poll

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The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared 18-20 November as days of non- stop praise to God for a free, fair and credible poll in the 2019 general election and other problems facing the country. The “72 hours Praise and Worship” which is to be organized in all

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Kaduna Killing: Punish perpetrators – CAN

Ihesiulo Grace 30 October 2018 0

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called for a severe punishment for the perpetrators of the violence in Kaduna and other States of the Federation where similar crisis occurred. The leadership of CAN made the call on Sunday saying that both the Federal and the Kaduna state government should rise up to the challenge […]

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Killing of aid workers: CAN commiserates with Muslims, Red Cross, families

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…Tasks security agencies to unmask masterminds The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has commiserated with the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and the families of the aid workers who were brutally murdered by the Boko Haram terrorist’s sect. CAN President, Rev Samson Ayokunle commiserates with them in a statement signed by Pastor Adebayo

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CAN commiserates with flood disaster victims, wanton killings in Nigeria

Ihesiulo Grace 16 October 2018 0

…Tasks FG to unmask those responsible for General Alkali disappearance, other victims The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has commiserated with the victims of recent flood disaster and the wanton killings in the country, just as it tasked government at all levels and relevant agencies to wake up to their responsibilities. Rising […]

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Taraba CAN holds inter denominational thanksgiving service for Nigeria

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The Taraba State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Sunday, held an Interdenominational Thanksgiving Service in commemoration of Nigeria 58th Independent anniversary. The Service, with the Theme, “Taraba Christians, wake up from your slumber”, was held at CAN Secretariat, Jalingo. In his remarks, the Acting Chairman, CAN in Taraba State Snr.

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CAN, Legacy partner to enthrone credible governance in Nigeria

Ihesiulo Grace 2 October 2018 0

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and a pro-democracy group, Legacy Initiative International has assured Nigerians that they will continue to work with all likeminded groups and individuals across the country to ensure the enthronement of good governance and making sure that only suitable persons with proven leadership qualities are voted into public offices as

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Northern Christian elders bemoan late CAN Sec Gen, Musa Asake

Ihesiulo Grace 1 October 2018 0

The Northern Christian Elders Forum (NOCEF) has said it was still in shock over the death of one of its strong pillars and General Secretary of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Rev. Musa Asake, saying “it is very difficult to use one word or expression to describe Asake.” The forum described the late Asake […]

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Implementation of ranching policy, panacea to Benue crisis – CAN, JNI

Ihesiulo Grace 25 September 2018 0

Benue State chapters of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) have said that any attempt to resolve the herdsmen and farmers’ clashes in the state which have led to loss of lives and property without recourse to the implementation of ranching policy would be an exercise in futility. This was […]

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Religious leaders sign peace declaration for 2019

Ihesiulo Grace 19 September 2018 0

Religious leaders in Nigeria have urged leaders of various religious groups to imbibe the teachings of peace to the followers. The Sultan of Sokato Sa’ad Abubakar the II, Dr Supo Ayokunle, President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and other leaders, made the call on Tuesday in Abuja during the signing of a Peace […]

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2019: Ahmed’s aide warns Christians against losing relevance

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Former Secretary of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kwara state and Special Assistant on Christian Affairs to the state governor, Reverend Cornelius Fawenu has called on Christians in the state to shun any divisive tendency that can impact negatively on their influence in the forthcoming general elections in the state. Fawenu, who also once […]

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Killings: CAN declares 3-day prayer, fasting, holds nationwide rally July 11

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The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared July 9-11, 2018 as national days of prayers and fasting against unwarranted killings in the land and called on all well-meaning Nigerians, both within and outside the country to join them on 11 July, 2018 for a peaceful protest against the killings. CAN’s decision […]

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2019: Ebonyi CAN endorses Umahi for second term

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The Ebonyi state chapter of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has endorsed the re-election of Ebonyi state governor, Engr. David Umahi in the 2019 governorship election. The body made this known yesterday in Abakaliki during a courtesy call on the governor, at the Executive Council chambers in Abakaliki. In an address read by the Secretary, […]

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CAN denies endorsing Buhari for 2019

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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has denied a story purportedly linking it with the endorsement of President Muhammadu Buhari for the 2019 presidential election. The Christians umbrella body has therefore denounced a report with the title, ‘CAN says no vacancy in Aso Rock, endorses Buhari, Oshiomhole’ as published in some online media platforms. Pastor […]

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South-South CAN protest grounds Asaba over indiscriminate herdsmen’s killings

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Business activities including vehicular movement in Asaba and its environs were Thursday paralyzed following the protest by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) South-South in the early hours of the day. The protesters, amidst continued killings in Benue, and other states by herdsmen, took to various streets around Inter-Bau to Nnebisi road and adjourning streets

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Same sex marriage law: Don’t Listen to British PM, CAN tells Buhari

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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has advised President Muhammadu Buhari not to listen to the counsel of the British Prime Minister, Theresa May, on same sex marriage, saying that the President should not pay attention to the infamous advice. In a statement made available in Abuja on Sunday by Pastor Adebayo Oladeji, the Special […]

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CAN disowns Pastors who endorsed Buhari

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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has disowned the group of northern Christian leaders who visited President Muhammadu Buhari in Abuja on Thursday. The group under the aegis of Arewa Pastors Non-Denominational Initiative for Peace (APNIP) had expressed satisfaction with the performance of Buhari. They also vowed to expose those working against the president within

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CAN releases statement on Dapchi schoolgirls’ abduction 

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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Friday expressed dismay over the security lapses in Nigeria, which it said led to the abduction of 110 Dapchi schoolgirls. In a statement seen by Daily Post on Friday, the organisation said it was disappointed that despite repeated claims of victory over Boko Haram by the Buhari Government, […]

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Trump’s declaration on Jerusalem as Capital of Israel is in order – CAN

Ihesiulo Grace 18 January 2018 0

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Tuesday said it is compelled once again, to draw the attention of the Buhari Administration to the non-aligned status of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in international conflicts. National General Secretary of CAN, Rev. Musa Asake, PhD. said that they had cause to express great apprehension when in December […]

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CAN Donates relief Materials to Dong community of Adamawa

Ihesiulo Grace 25 December 2017 0

In the spirit of season, a delegation of Christians Association of Nigeria (CAN) Adamawa state chapter (YOWICAN) and women wing of the association donated relief materials to the people of Dong Community of Demsa LGA area of Adamawa State who some weeks ago were attacked by Fulani herdsmen. While Distributing the items to Hama Dong […]

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We’ll support Gov Bindow to succeed-CAN chair

Ihesiulo Grace 1 December 2017 0

Leadership of the newly inaugurated Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Adamawa State chapter and the state government have reached an agreement to work together for peace and progress of the state. They arrived at this accord today when the state CAN leadership, led by their Chairman, Archbishop Dami Mamza, came to Government House Yola, […]