By Sunday Elijah,
The Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Billiri Local Government Area of Gombe State, has described as false reports that the CAN Executive in the Area received five motorcycles from the Lawmaker representing Balanga/Billiri Federal Constituency.
Reacting to a social media report in a statement on behalf of CAN by an official of the Youth Wing, Sarki P. Napthali said inter alia, “CAN Billiri LGA has not received any motorcycles, vehicles, cash, or any form of donation from the Honourable Member or from any political actor.
“CAN is a non-partisan religious body. We remain committed to our mandate of unity, moral guidance, and advocacy, and we will not allow our name or platform to be used for political propaganda.
“We urge the public, especially social media users, to verify information before sharing it. The spread of false information is harmful and undermines public trust.
Policy on Donations
“Any legitimate gift or donation to CAN Billiri LGA will be officially acknowledged and communicated to the public through our duly authorized channels.
Legal Warning
“We further state that any individual or group that fraudulently uses the name of CAN to solicit or receive benefits from public officials or politicians is committing a serious offense. Such actions are punishable under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Should we identify any individual or group involved in this practice, we will publicly disclose their identities and pursue all available legal remedies,” the statement concludes.
