CAN And PFN Reaffirm Commitment To Defending Christian Rights In Nigeria.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) have reiterated their commitment to defending the rights of Christians across the country, emphasising their role in promoting religious freedom and social justice.
Both organisations have faced criticism in recent times, with some accusing them of not doing enough to advocate for Christians facing persecution. These concerns intensified following the Supreme Court’s confirmation of the death sentence for Sunday Jackson, a young Christian from Adamawa, on 7 March 2025.
A human rights organisation has reported that thousands of Nigerian Christians have been victims of violence, particularly from attacks by Fulani groups. In response to these challenges, religious leaders have called for unity and intensified prayers.
Pastor Femi Popoola urged Christians nationwide to pray for those involved in Jackson’s case, as well as for the Nigerian government and its institutions. “There is a need for Christians to intensify prayers for their persecutors, the Nigerian state, and all its agencies. It seems justice has not been served in this matter,” he stated.
Pastor Chidi Anthony, leader of the Pentecostal Ministers Forum (PFM), also expressed concerns over the nation’s judicial system. “The judiciary is meant to be the last hope of the common man, a place where the poor can seek justice,” he said. “I don’t know when self-defence became such a serious crime in this country.”
CAN and PFN have reaffirmed their dedication to ensuring that Christians in Nigeria receive fair treatment and protection under the law, calling on the government to uphold justice for all citizens.
