CAN will criticise government when necessary, says president

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has stated that the organization will not hesitate to criticize the Federal Government when it fails to protect citizens or violates their rights. Speaking at a press conference to mark the association’s 50th anniversary in Abuja, Okoh emphasized that CAN remains independent, responsible, and committed to speaking against injustice, insecurity, and policies that undermine Nigerians' welfare.

He clarified that CAN is neither a political opposition party nor an organization that praises the government, but rather a Christian institution with national responsibility. The CAN president stated that where government policies promote the welfare of Nigerians, they will support them, and where government requires partnership, CAN is available to cooperate.

However, he warned that the association will not remain silent when citizens suffer or their constitutional rights are threatened. Okoh urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts to tackle insecurity and ensure a security system capable of preventing attacks rather than merely responding after lives have been lost.