CAN President Okoh Calls for Peaceful 2027 Elections
Archbishop Daniel Okoh, the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), delivered a press statement in Abuja on Friday, marking CAN’s 50th anniversary. He urged political parties and candidates to refrain from exploiting religion, ethnicity, and regional sentiments in the lead-up to Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.
Okoh warned that political leaders should not allow electoral competition to exacerbate religious and ethnic divisions or expose young Nigerians to violence. He emphasized that elections should focus on ideas and policies rather than violence and intimidation.
Okoh also called for a nuanced understanding of Nigeria's conflicts, cautioning against viewing crises solely as Christian-versus-Muslim confrontations. He reaffirmed CAN’s commitment to defending Christians while advocating for the protection of all Nigerians regardless of faith or ethnicity.
Additionally, he urged the Federal Government to enhance Nigeria’s security architecture to address ongoing issues such as terrorism and banditry.
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