- Northern CAN acknowledges inclusivity in Tinubus administration but urges greater Christian representation in key political positions
- The association calls for a state of emergency on insecurity and expresses concerns over economic hardship, high food prices, and kidnapping
- The government reassures CAN of its commitment to inclusivity, security, and economic stability in Northern Nigeria
Northern CAN appeal to Tinubu to consider more candidates from the Arewa region. Image: FB/Yakubu PamSource: FacebookPam commends Tinubu’s gov’t inclusivityFor me, the most important thing is a government that is inclusive, and as far as they have done a Muslim-Muslim ticket, we have also seen reasonable inclusiveness, Pam stated.But left for us, we will say yes, lets have Christians in certain positions like vice president and other positions to reflect our diversity.Northern CAN mentions need for Christian inclusivityWe may have a Christian there and killings may still be going on, but it is something we still pray for. The presidency will be good to bring a Christian as number two, he stated.Pam highlights economic challenges in NigeriaI think the major challenge now is hunger. People are suffering. Prices of commodities are crazy. That is what we are crying for now. But the president has said that with time, things would be better; lets see how it goes, he said.For example, in the North-West Development Commission, no Christian from the region was considered for appointment; instead, a Christian from the South-East was included, he pointed out.CAN, Afenifere, others state their position on Sharia panels in S’West
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