Christian Association of Nigeria

The National
Ecumenical Centre

A PLACE OF PRAYER

Osinbajo Meets CAN President

Let us pray
For the peace of our Nation

A CALL TO WORSHIP

0 1976

Founded
on 27th August

0 44

yrs

of promoting
national unity

0 37

state chapters
across the nation

0 80

million+

christians
nationwide

The Power of His Presence, Our Hope of Tomorrow

" The mysterious spirit of generosity which possesses us at all times, is the afterglow of Calvary"

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The Church of God shall march forward and the gates of hell shall not prevail.

His Eminence Rev (Dr.) Samson

National Ecumenical Centre

The National Ecumenical Centre symbolizes a central place of worship for all Christians in Nigeria. This Headquarters of the Christian Association of Nigeria is also located here at the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja

Inter-denominational Services

Special services, thanksgiving, worship and prayers are held regularly to mark national events at different times of the year. A unifying point for all Christians from all denominations in Nigeria to call on God and pray for the peace of the Nation

Government & Nation Building

The Christian Association of Nigeria ensures adequate representation and involvement in Nation building and welfare of the Christian community

Resources & Publications

A collection of soul lifting articles, resources, e-books and publications with rich content

Objectives of CAN

MOTTO: "That they all may be one" John 17:21

Gospel

To promote understanding, peace and unity among the various people and strata of society in Nigeria through the propagation of the Gospel.

Church

To act as liaison committee by mean of which it's member- Churches can consult together and when necessary make common statement and take common action.

Unity

To serve as a basis of response to the unity of the Church especially as contained in our Lord's pastoral prayer that they all may be one - John 17:21

Nation

To act as watch person of the Spiritual and moral welfare of the nation.

Insecurity: CAN Declares 3-Day Fasting, Prayer for Nigeria

By Abisoye Oderinde / May 18, 2021

"the leadership of the association is concerned about the various killings, banditry, terrorism, and other problems facing the country, Hence there is a need for important prayers to be offered to God".

New Year Message: “Pray for God’s Mercy Over Nigeria.” – CAN President

By CAN Media Team / January 2, 2022

It gladdens my heart to say a resounding HAPPY NEW YEAR 2022 to all Nigerians irrespective of their religious, tribal...

PRESS STATEMENT: CAN CONDEMNS THE DESECRATION OF THE HOUSE OF GOD BY THE POLICE IN IMO STATE

By CAN Media Team / January 2, 2022

The National leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) condemns in strong terms the arrest of one Mr. Uche...

CAN Mourns Desmond Tutu

By CAN Media Team / January 2, 2022

The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has commiserated with the government and the people of South Africa...

PRESS STATEMENT: Christmas, A Season of Hope, Peace and Joy – CAN President

By CAN Media Team / December 24, 2021

I rejoice with all Christians in Nigeria and of course all over the world at this season of Christmas, the...

25TH DECEMBER EXISTED AS ‘CHRISTMAS’ BEFORE THE PAGAN FEAST

By CAN Media Team / December 21, 2021

But think about it, any day that walould have been attributed to Christmas will also be claimed to be a pagan feast day because everyday of the week is named after a pagan god.

Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu Appointed As Vatican’s Permanent Observer At The UN

By CAN Media Team / December 20, 2021

Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu Pope Francis has appointed Nigerian prelate and the Apostolic Nuncio to the Antilles, Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu, as...

PRESS STATEMENT: OUR CASE AGAINST CAMA IS ON GOING – CAN ASSURES MEMBERS

By CAN Media Team / December 5, 2021

Our lawyers are currently preparing to institute a fresh suit using the proper name of the Plaintiff (CAN) as it is on the Certificate of Incorporation. This is the truth of the matter now. What happened in the court was just a temporary set back and by the grace of God, we have overcome it. Our prayers are for the unborn generations and nothing will discourage us from pursuing this case to the logical conclusion.