{
  "id": 5119768,
  "title": "CAN warns politicians against using Jesus’ name in campaigns",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/can-warns-politicians-against-using-jesus-name-in-campaigns-5119768",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-02T16:08:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/can-warns-politicians-against-using-jesus-name-in-campaigns/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has issued a stern warning to politicians against using Jesus Christ's name in political campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections. CAN's President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, spoke out against politicians invoking the name of Christ in a partisan manner during political debates. Okoh emphasized that Jesus Christ should not be reduced to a political tool or weapon to advance one politician against another. He stressed that Jesus is a sacred figure and should not be dragged into political contests. The warning came after Precious Oruche, popularly known as Mama Pee, referenced Jesus in a political comment about Peter Obi and the 2027 elections. Okoh urged Nigerians to focus on issues such as competence, character, policies, and performance rather than invoking Jesus in partisan arguments. He further warned against presenting politicians as messianic figures and urged responsible and restrained political conversations as the country approaches another electoral season.",
  "summary": "The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has warned politicians and supporters against using Jesus Christ’s name for partisan political interests in camp Read More: https://punchng.com/can-warns-politicians-against-using-jesus-name-in-campaigns/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "CAN warns politicians against using Jesus’ name in campaigns",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/can-warns-politicians-against-using-jesus-name-in-campaigns",
        "published": "2026-09-02T16:04:29.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}