𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚, 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬

The Christian Association of Nigeria has reaffirmed its stance that Christians in the country are facing systematic persecution, citing years of violence, displacement, and insecurity affecting Christian communities.

CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, made the declaration on Tuesday at the Fourth Quarterly National Executive Council Meeting of the association held in Jos, Plateau State.

Okoh said the meeting was deliberately hosted in Jos to show solidarity and compassion to victims of attacks across Plateau and other parts of Northern Nigeria. He described the region as a symbol of resilience despite suffering tragic losses over the years.

According to him, the experiences of affected communities cannot be ignored — lives cut short, families uprooted, churches destroyed, and entire communities left in despair. He maintained that CAN stands by its long-held position that what is happening amounts to Christian genocide in Nigeria.

The CAN leadership also reaffirmed its support for displaced Christians across the country. Okoh referenced a recent visit to Bokkos, where he met with displaced families, listened to their ordeals, and provided relief materials.

“We declare with one voice: You are not forgotten. You are not abandoned. The Body of Christ stands firmly with you,” he said.

CAN further urged the Federal Government and the international community to take decisive action to end killings, protect indigenous communities, and address the growing displacement crisis affecting Christian-majority areas in the North and Middle Belt.

The association appealed for the urgent resettlement of internally displaced persons back to their ancestral homes, warning that prolonged stays in IDP camps could trigger a deeper humanitarian emergency.

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, represented by his deputy, Josephine Piyo, declared the NEC meeting open and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to restoring peace. He described the gathering as symbolic for Plateau, known historically as the “Home of Peace and Tourism.”

Mutfwang assured that his administration is focused on healing divisions, securing rural communities, and supporting displaced families to regain their livelihoods.

He appreciated CAN’s partnership and urged the leadership to continue shaping national discourse, strengthening moral values, and promoting unity across the country.