Nigeria @66: Make prosperity felt in every home, CAN urges FG

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on the Federal Government to make prosperity felt in every Nigerian home by addressing issues such as food, transport, energy costs, social protection, and security. In a statement marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary, CAN’s President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, emphasized that economic reforms should translate into better living conditions for citizens.

The organization stressed that moving beyond statistics to actual prosperity means ensuring that families can afford food, young people can find stable jobs, communities can live securely, and every child has equal opportunities. CAN urged the government to prioritize reducing costs related to food, transportation, and energy, given the years of economic hardship faced by Nigerians.

They also called for robust social protection measures, transparent administration of assistance, and protection from misuse for vulnerable households. CAN highlighted that security is crucial for prosperity, urging the government to maintain efforts to protect lives, secure communities, and restore public confidence. As political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 elections, CAN cautioned against politicians claiming a monopoly on solutions or using religion for partisan gain.

The association affirmed its non-partisan stance, promising to speak out on issues affecting citizens and hold leaders accountable to justice, accountability, and compassion.