Abstract:
This work seeks to examine the role the Christian Association of
Nigeria (CAN) has played over the years in dealing with societal
problems in Nigeria. The historical method was adopted in the
study. Library research was carried out. Needed information was
obtained from textbooks, journals and documents of the Christian
Association of Nigeria (CAN). Also internet materials related to the
topic were use. Findings show that: the church in Nigeria had been
responding to societal problems in the country through the activities
of individual church denominations and organizations before the
formation of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). The
formation of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) was born out of
the need for a united action of the church in dealing with societal
problems. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has since
inception made remarkable efforts in dealing with societal problems
such as corruption and religious crises. The activities of the
Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have led to Christian unity,
and inter-religious dialogue. The activities of CAN have also put to
a stop the subsequent threats to islamize Nigeria. The Christian
Association of Nigeria (CAN) has therefore, played and is still
playing the role expected of the church in the present day Nigeria.
