Why Plateau State is Hosting CAN’s Crucial NEC Meeting: A Powerful Move for Peace and Unity
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Plateau State, often called the “Home of Peace and Tourism,” has just rolled out the red carpet for a gathering of profound spiritual and national importance. Delegates from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have arrived in Jos for a critical National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, signaling a strategic focus on prayer and solidarity for the region.
The event, which kicked off on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, marks the fourth quarterly NEC meeting, but its location outside the usual Abuja setting is a deliberate and significant choice.
A Warm Reception for Faith Leaders
The arrival of the national delegation on Monday was met with a high-level reception at the Yakubu Gowon Airport, Jos. State government representatives, including the Special Adviser to the Governor on Policy and Governance, and the Plateau State CAN Chairman, Rev. Dr. Dunka Gomwalk, were on hand to welcome the leaders. This reception underscores the state government’s commitment to collaborating with religious bodies for peace.
The President of CAN, His Eminence Archbishop Daniel Oko, is leading the executive meeting, which aims to address pressing issues facing Christians and the nation at large.
More Than Just a Meeting: A Prayer Mission
Why Plateau? According to CAN Vice President, Rev. Dr. Stephen Baba Panya, the choice was inspired by Plateau State’s reputation as a strong Christian stronghold and its famous hospitality. He articulated a powerful reason for the visit:
“We are here to pray for Plateau—to plead with God for the peace, prosperity and progress of this state… We believe our coming will encourage the people and showcase the hospitality the state is known for.”
Archbishop Oko echoed this sentiment, noting that holding the meeting outside of Abuja helps “stay connected to Christians at the grassroots.” The primary mission is prayer, especially given the state’s recent security and social challenges.
Touring the Ten Commandments Ground
In a symbolic display of commitment to worship, the delegates were taken on a tour of the Ten Commandments Prayer Ground. Officials highlighted the site’s significant expansion, originally envisioned by a former governor, which now boasts a seating capacity of nearly 8,000.
The message behind the expansion and the site visit was clear: unity in Christ transcends all worldly divisions. As the Special Adviser to the Governor on Policy and Governance emphasized, “There is no politics here—only Christ and worship. All tribes and political affiliations dissolve in worship.”
Hope for Stability and Inter-Religious Unity
The local leadership views this visit as a divine intervention. Plateau CAN Chairman, Rev. Dr. Dunka Gomwalk, described the visit as a blessing “strategically timed by God to bring blessing upon the land.” He expressed confidence that the aftermath of the meeting will usher in “greater stability and peace like never before.”
In a reassuring display of community leadership, the CAN delegation was also received by the Plateau State Advisory Council on Inter-Religious Harmony. This council includes co-chairs from both the Christian and Muslim communities, with a goodwill message extended on behalf of the Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) by the representative of the Emir of Wase.
As the CAN leaders hold their crucial talks, the Christian community—and indeed all citizens of Plateau—can anticipate a powerful message of hope and solidarity, reinforcing the state’s potential to truly live up to its name as the Home of Peace.
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