The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), covering 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory, has welcomed the arrest of two top Ansaru terrorist commanders, describing the operation as a landmark in Nigeria’s security efforts. Speaking in Kaduna on Monday, Rev. John Hayab, Chairman of Northern CAN, said the arrests of Mahmud Muhammad Usman, also…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has sent its congratulatory message to the Roman Catholic Church on the election of Pope Leo XIV. CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement on Friday, said that this significant milestone brings joy to Catholics worldwide, and CAN joins in celebrating this momentous occasion. ”The emergence of Pope…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has sympathised with the Catholic Church on the death of Pope Francis and acknowledged his extraordinary leadership and boundless compassion. CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said this in a statement in Abuja on Monday Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Catholic Church and the first from Latin America,…
Archbishop Daniel Okoh, the President, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has urged Christian faithful to imbibe the acts of kindness and charity by reaching out to the marginalised and the poor. In a message marking the 2025 Easter, Okoh, also urged them to promote dialogue and reconciliation for a more just and caring society. “As…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged leaders to rise to the occasion with humility and a clear sense of purpose to ensure peaceful coexistence among their citizens. The CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said this in Abuja as Christians all over the world mark Palm Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week. Okoh said…
The Jigawa branch of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has extended felicitations to Muslims in the state and beyond on completing the 2025 Ramadan fast and celebrating Eid-el-Fitr. The CAN Chairman in the state, Reverend Father Maurice Koli-Hassan, stated this on Monday in Dutse. Koli-Hassan said the association also condemned the recent killing of…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has called for a change in mindset, to promote unity, peace, and development in the region. Speaking at a dinner in Kaduna on Monday night , Chairman of Northern CAN, Rev. John Hayab, urged Christian leaders and communities…
Rev John Hayab, a clergyman, has called on well-meaning elders to intervene in the feud between the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio and Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central. Hayab, who is the Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), made the…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Gombe State chapter, raised concerns on Monday about a bill to establish the Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Agency in the state. Mr Joseph Shinga, the state’s CAN chairman, submitting a protest letter to the Gombe State House of Assembly, stated that some areas required clarification. Shinga explained that the…
Northern Nigeria Christians have honoured a former Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Engr Andrew Yakubu. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), 19 Northern States and FCT honoured Yakubu for his contribution to the association and humanity. The award of excellence was given to Yakubu by the 19 Northern States CAN chairman,…
