Eid-el-Fitri: CAN urges unity amid economic, security challenges

CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh

CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja


The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has congratulated Muslim brothers and sisters across the country on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitri, which marks the end of Ramadan, a period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and giving.

CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement, urged Nigerians of all faiths to work towards unity and the progress of Nigeria.

He also called on Nigerians of all faiths to reject division, choose dialogue over distrust, and act in ways that heal rather than harm. “This is how nations move forward, not just in words but through everyday actions.”

“Today, we celebrate with you not only the breaking of the fast, but also the strengthening of faith, families, and hope. At a time like this, our nation needs unity more than ever. From insecurity to economic hardship, the challenges before us are real, but so too is our shared strength.

“Nigeria works best when we stand together, not divided by faith or ethnicity, but united by a common purpose and a shared future. The spirit of Eid, kindness, sacrifice, and care for others, offers us a way forward. It calls us to reject division, to choose dialogue over distrust, and to act in ways that heal rather than harm.”

He prayed that the season would bring joy to all homes, good health to all families, and peace to the nation. “May God bless Nigeria and guide us all as we continue to live together in unity.”

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