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Almajiri system, source of insecurity in Nigeria — CAN

By Abimbola Abatta Nigeria’s security challenges such as banditry, kidnapping, terrorism and armed robbery have been ascribed to the Almajiri system in the Northern part of the country. This is just as the Nigerian government was urged to curtail Nigeria’s…

Democracy Day: CAN preaches peace for Nigeria

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged Nigerians to continue praying for peace for the well-being of the country. The National President of the Association, Bishop Samson Ayokunle made the call on Friday while addressing newsmen in Enugu. Ayokunle,…

CAN elects new executive for South East

The Christian Association of Nigeria, (CAN) Southeast zone has elected Very Rev Fr. Abraham Nwali as its Chairman. Nwali, who is from the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, (CSN) and former CAN Chairman in Ebonyi, was elected unopposed. Announcing the winners…

CAN rallies support for Oyetola’s administration

Abimbola Abatta, Osogbo The Christian Association of Nigeria, Osun State Chapter, has called on Christians in the State to continue to support the administration of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, which it described as a focused and proactive government armed with positive…

No harm must befall Bishop Kukah — CAN 

The Christian Association of Nigeria has cautioned those threatening the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto, Dr Matthew Kukah, to stop their “unlawful” actions and also asked the security agencies to ensure the safety and security of the cleric. The organisation made…