CAN affirms genocide claim as B’Haram kills eight

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The Christian Association of Nigeria, on Tuesday, reiterated that Christians in Nigeria are victims of genocide, citing years of persecution, insecurity, and attacks on communities across the country.

The statement comes as suspected Boko Haram insurgents killed eight people, including four civilians and four local security personnel, in Bama Local Government Area, Borno State.

Speaking on Tuesday at the Fourth Quarterly National Executive Council Meeting of the Association in Jos, Plateau State, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, decried what he called years of “persecution, displacement, devastation” of Christians.

He said, “Our presence in Jos today is not accidental. It is intentional, purposeful, and deeply symbolic. We are here as ambassadors of solidarity, compassion, and moral support. We are here to identify with our brothers and sisters across Plateau State and northern Nigeria who have endured years of unspeakable tragedy—persecution, displacement, devastation, and unrelenting insecurity.”

He described the attacks on Christians as a harsh reality, emphasising that lives have been “brutally cut short,” communities uprooted, families torn apart, and churches destroyed.

“CAN has spoken clearly and courageously on this matter, and we stand unwaveringly by our position that there is Christian genocide in Nigeria,” Okoh said.

The CAN president highlighted the plight of displaced Christians, recounting a visit to Bokkos where he met with affected individuals, listened to their stories, prayed with them, and provided relief. Punch