CAN Declares Nationwide Day of Prayer Against “Christian Genocide” in Nigeria

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has announced a nationwide one-day prayer to seek divine intervention against what it described as ongoing “genocide” targeting Christians in parts of the country.

The decision followed resolutions from CAN’s National Executive Council meeting held in Jos, Plateau State. In a memo dated November 20, 2025, and signed by General Secretary Apostle Prof. Samson A. Fatokun, CAN instructed all bloc leaders, zonal and state chairmen, heads of church denominations, and resident pastors to mobilize congregations for the special prayer scheduled for Sunday, December 7, 2025.

According to the memo, the prayer, to be observed across all Christian denominations in Nigeria, will focus on five key areas: ending the alleged genocide against Christians, ensuring the safe resettlement of displaced victims, halting the activities of terrorists, kidnappers, and bandits, granting divine wisdom to government officials, and restoring peace and tranquility nationwide.

“The CAN President, His Eminence Archbishop (Dr.) Daniel C. Okah, has directed that this prayer be observed with all fervency,” the memo stated. “We strongly believe that our God will rise in power as He did in Esther’s time.”

Citing biblical passages from 2 Chronicles 7:14 and Esther 4:15–16, CAN urged churches to intercede passionately, expressing confidence that the spiritual exercise would bring divine intervention for the nation.

The memo, titled “Declaration of a One-Day Nationwide Prayer Against Christian Genocide in Nigeria,” concluded with assurances from CAN’s leadership of their commitment to safeguarding the interests and welfare of Christians across the country.