Tinubu mourns Pastor Taiwo Odukoya

In a solemn statement issued Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu expressed his deep condolences on the passing of the revered Senior Pastor of the Fountain of Life Church, Taiwo Odukoya, aged 67.  The president’s heartfelt sentiments were extended to the family,…

Former Prelate of Methodist Church Sunday Mbang dies at 86

Sunday Mbang, former president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and prelate emeritus of the Methodist Church, Nigeria has died at the age of 86. Mbang, the first black president of the World Methodist Council, died in his sleep…

Easter: Remain united, focused and non complacent – CAN urges Christians

As Christians celebrate Easter, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Oyo State, has urged them to remain united, focused and non complacent, saying the security, economic and socio-political situation in the country dictated it. The Oyo State CAN Chairman, Apostle…

2023: Group condemns campaign of falsehood against Peter Obi, LP

The NEO AFRICANA CENTRE (NAC) says it has noted with grave concern and trepidation the incipient culture of character assassination and blackmail that has crept into the presidential campaigns as the February 25 presidential election approaches. NAC said this trend…

Ooni of Ife confesses Jesus Christ as Lord at CAN organised prayer

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja 11,  has confessed Jesus Christ as Lord of lords and most wonderful God that turns shame to celebration. Ooni said this during the Grand-finale of New Year Prayer organised by Christian Association…

CAN charges leaders to lead with fear of God

As the world celebrates Christmas, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Oyo State on Sunday urged governments at all levels and leaders to lead with the fear of God. The chairman, Apostle Joshua Akinyemiju gave the advice in his…

Ex-CAN President Ayo Oritsejafor’s wife breaks silence on alleged divorce

Helen, the wife of Ayo Oritsejafor, the Nigerian pastor, has dismissed viral claims that they have parted ways. Oritsejafor is the founding and senior pastor of Word of Life Bible Church, located in Warri, Delta State. He is also a…

Group wants Jos market reconstruction suspended

A coalition of Plateau indigenous groups and other related organisations have called for the suspension of proposed work at the Jos main market (Terminus) for what they describe as ambiguity in contract agreement. According to them the agreement is between…

The ATIKU-lated, the BAT-ified and the OBI-dient — Isidore Emeka Uzoatu

This title of ours, no doubt, needs some disambiguation, lest it be lost in transmission before the awaited transition. Most so because of the proffered order of its protocol. Permit me to add that as an unrepentant democrat, it was…

“Fake” clerics spotted at Shettima’s unveiling – CAN says its desperation

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has denied any association with the “clerics” who were seen at the unveiling of Kashim Shettima, the vice presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday.  The body said they looked like…

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