The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), on Thursday said the association did not endorse anyone, it only met with 14 Presidential Candidates in Abuja to speak on their plans for the nation.
The President of CAN, Rev. Samson Ayokunle made the explanation in a statement issued by Pastor Adebayo Oladeji, the Special Assistant, Media and Communications to the CAN president, in Abuja.
Ayokunle explained that the issue of endorsing anyone for a second term did not form part of discussions during the meeting.
Our attention has been drawn to a news story published by an online news outfit that has become notorious for publishing fake stories.
“The story says CAN has endorsed President Muhammadu Buhari for the second term in office after it met with some 14 presidential candidates in Abuja.
“There was nothing like that, either before, during or after the parley. Not even at the tail end of the programme.
“The church cannot take the back seat in this situation because it can only prosper when Nigeria prospers. If the election is not free and fair, then, all Nigerians, including the church, will be in trouble.
“So, we decided to reach out to the presidential candidates to ask them their credentials for aspiring to the highest office in the land.
“Also, to interrogate their plans for all, including the church.
“We also brought them together to speak to their consciences so that they don’t set this nation on fire,” he said.
Support InfoStride News' Credible Journalism: Only credible journalism can guarantee a fair, accountable and transparent society, including democracy and government. It involves a lot of efforts and money. We need your support. Click here to Donate