Living Faith Airstrip: CAN Demands Transparent Investigations

The Christian Association of Nigeria has called on the House Committees on Aviation and Legislative Compliance to ensure transparency while investigating granting of a license by the federal government for the construction of an airstrip at the Living Faith Church Headquarters in Ota, Ogun State .

A statement by the CAN President, Most Reverend Daniel Okoh in Abuja reacting to national security and misuse of private airstrip concern by some lawmakers from the House of Representatives said the church adhered to all regulatory procedures in securing the license.

Archbishop Okoh explained that, “to prematurely associate the church with potential illegal activities, without substantive evidence, risks undermining the integrity of both religious institutions and regulatory bodies”, noting that it is imperative that the investigation process by the House Committees on Aviation and Legislative Compliance remains transparent and impartial.

The president of the apex Christian association in the country urged the lawmakers to consider the broader implications of their actions and rhetorics, ensuring that religious undertones do not undermine objective judgement as the church has always been a stronghold for peace, development, and community service.

Archbishop Okoh added that, while awaiting the outcome of the investigation, the Christian Association of Nigeria stands ready to support measures that enhance national security while upholding the rights and freedom of religious institutions.

PR/Kayode Oyedare