The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN has called on Nigerian leaders to use their God-given position to rescue the country from bitterness.
CAN National President, Reverend Samuel Ayokunle made the call when he paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs, George Akume in Abuja.
Ayokunle thanked Akume for approving plots of land for the establishment of Baptist secondary schools in Benue when he was Governor, saying that the Baptist schools were contributing to the growth of education in Benue.
He also challenged leaders to work toward the return of peace in Nigeria, saying that the nation was in great pains.
In his response, Akume thanked the president and his entourage for the visit, saying that CAN was established to promote the glory of God and to encourage growth and unity of Churches. He added that the body was also established as an instrument to promote understanding, peace and unity among the various people of Nigeria.
