“Silence in Politics may cost Christians their rights” – Niger CAN Chairman warns

The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Niger State, Most Rev Dr Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, has expressed concern over the potential political marginalization of Christians if they remain politically inactive. Speaking to journalists in Minna, Yohanna urged Christians to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards, actively participate in politics, and vote for their preferred candidates in the upcoming 2027 general elections.

Yohanna emphasized that political apathy could deepen the marginalization of Christians in the state. He further warned that if Christians fail to engage in the political process, their rights to practice their faith may be eroded. The CAN Chairman also highlighted disparities in political appointments and selections, as well as insecurity, and urged Christians to address these issues.

PETerson Kaura, an 87-year-old retired civil servant and former Chairman of the Niger State Local Government Service Commission, also weighed in on the matter. He challenged Christian youths to reject the notion that politics is inherently dirty and instead, become active participants in the political process. Kaura encouraged Christians to contest from the ward level to the state and federal levels, emphasizing that their involvement could help bring honesty, transparency, and service into governance.