CAN Congratulates Tinubu, Calls For Unity, Accommodation Among Nigerians

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has described the inauguration of President Bola Tinubu as a momentous occasion.

In a statement by the association's President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, titled, "Tinubu's Inauguration: A new chapter for Nigeria", CAN congratulated the newly sworn-in President.

CAN however noted that considering the several challenges facing, “there is much work to be done in order to ensure that Nigeria can reach its full potential.”

“On behalf of the Christian Association of Nigeria, I would like to extend our warmest congratulations to the new President of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, as he assumes office today.

“This is a momentous occasion for Nigeria, and we wish President Tinubu well as he takes on the responsibilities of leading our great nation. Nigeria is facing a number of challenges that require strong and decisive leadership.

“From security concerns to economic struggles, it is clear that there is much work to be done in order to ensure that Nigeria can reach its full potential.

"We urge President Tinubu to prioritise these issues and to work tirelessly to find lasting solutions that will improve the livelihoods of the people of Nigeria,” Okoh said. 

The CAN President called for the spirit of unity and accommodation among the people of the country to form a powerful force.

“To this end, we believe that as His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu engages the active participation of all Nigerians regardless of their political, ethnic and religious leanings, Nigeria can overcome all obstacles to emerge stronger than ever.

“Once again, we congratulate President Tinubu and wish him all the best as he begins the onerous task of leading Nigeria at this time of our national history,” he added.