Easter: CAN prays for Saliu Mustapha, others over support to christian community

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kwara State on Monday held special prayers for the senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, Saliu Mustapha, alongside other individuals, in appreciation of their support for the Christian community.

The prayers were offered during the Kwara CAN Easter Picnic Programme held at Budo Jesu in Ilorin, the state capital.

Speaking at the event, the state chairman of CAN, Bishop Sunday Timothy Adewole, said the gesture was in recognition of Mustapha’s consistent support and goodwill towards Christians in the state.

He described the senator as dependable and accommodating, noting that he has continued to provide assistance whenever the need arises, while also promoting religious harmony.

“Senator Saliu Mustapha deserves commendation. He is always there for us and consistently comes through whenever he is needed, despite being a Muslim,” Adewole said.

He added that the senator supported this year’s Easter celebration with hundreds of packs of customised table water, drinks, and fuel for transportation, among other items.

Leading the prayers, the founder of Resolution Church of Christ, Primate (Dr.) M.S. Olobatoke, prayed for divine protection, sustained prosperity, and greater elevation for the senator and other contributors.

“I pray that no hand of the enemy will ever touch you. Wherever the resources you use to support us come from, may they never run dry, in Jesus’ name,” he said.

“No power of this world or of the enemy shall overcome you. Wherever you aspire to reach in life, may God take you there, and may you not fall on your journey to glory.

“Your work and business shall not fail. As you seek higher positions, may God grant your desires and elevate you,” he added.

Other individuals recognised and prayed for at the event included the Chairman/CEO of Tuyil Pharmaceuticals, Senior Apostle Oluwole Awotuyi; Pastor (Dr.) Olatunde Oladokun of SEAP Holdings Company Ltd; and Hon. Saka Eletu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Mustapha, who chairs the Senate Committee on Agricultural Production Services and Rural Development, is widely regarded as one of the leading aspirants in the 2027 governorship race in Kwara State.