The Christian Association of Nigeria, Kwara State chapter, has reaffirmed its non-partisan stance ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that it will not endorse any political party or candidate.
The association said its priority remains the promotion of peaceful, free, fair, and credible elections across Kwara State and Nigeria, while also encouraging responsible civic participation among Christians and the general public.
In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the Kwara State Chairman of CAN, Bishop Sunday Adewole, the body dissociated itself from recent political endorsements allegedly linked to Christian groups and leaders within the state.
According to the statement, any political alignment or endorsement by individuals or religious groups should not be interpreted as the official position of CAN in Kwara State.
“The attention of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Kwara State Chapter, has been drawn to recent reports, public statements, and political engagements suggesting that the Christian community in Kwara State, or certain Christian organisations, have endorsed particular political parties or candidates ahead of forthcoming political activities and elections,” the statement read.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Christian Association of Nigeria, Kwara State Chapter, wishes to unequivocally state that such views, endorsements, or political alignments are purely personal opinions and positions of the individuals or groups involved and do not represent or constitute the official position of CAN Kwara State.”
The association stressed that it remains committed to promoting peace, unity, justice, moral values, and harmonious coexistence among residents, regardless of political, ethnic, or religious affiliations.
Adewole further maintained that CAN, as the umbrella body representing Christians across denominations in the state, neither belongs to nor campaigns for any political party or candidate.
“CAN Kwara State remains firmly non-partisan, neutral, and apolitical in all electoral matters,” he stated.
The association, however, acknowledged the constitutional rights of Christians and religious organisations to participate in politics and freely associate with political groups, noting that such actions must not be presented as positions officially endorsed by CAN.
“Any individual, church group, or Christian organisation expressing support for any political party or candidate does so strictly in their personal capacity and not on behalf of CAN Kwara State, unless expressly authorised by the constituted leadership of the association,” the statement added.
The clarification comes amid increasing political consultations and grassroots mobilisation by political actors and interest groups ahead of the 2027 elections across Kwara State and other parts of the country.
CAN reiterated that its focus remains on praying for credible elections and promoting issue-based political engagement capable of sustaining peace, stability, and national unity.
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