Catholic Bishops Declare Nationwide Fasting and Prayer for Serene Elections in Nigeria
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has announced a nationwide prayer and fasting programme in a bid to promote free, fair, credible, and peaceful elections in 2027.
The initiative, called 'Let Justice and Peace Flow', is aimed at addressing challenges like tribalism, corruption, bribery, voter apathy, and ensuring a credible electoral process free from rancour and bloodshed.
What is the Nationwide Fasting and Prayer Programme About?
The programme, which starts on October 31 and ends on January 15, 2027, is expected to promote responsible voting, encourage Nigerians to reject electoral malpractices, and promote peace during the 2027 elections.
Events and Activities of the Nationwide Fasting and Prayer Programme
- October 31: Nationwide prayer and fasting
- November 28: Rosary procession
- January 15, 2027: Nationwide prayer and fasting
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) President, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama, stated that "The programme is aimed at promoting peace, justice, and unity during the 2027 elections.
He added that "We are appealing to all Nigerians to participate in this programme as a way of promoting peace, justice and unity in the upcoming elections.
The Impact of the Nationwide Fasting and Prayer Programme
The nationwide programme is expected to have a positive impact on the upcoming elections, as it seeks to promote peaceful coexistence among Nigerians and encourage responsible voting.
The CBCN President, Archbishop Kaigama, further stated that "We believe that this programme will help to mitigate the negative effects of electoral violence, and promote a peaceful and transparent election process."
Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) President, Archbishop Kaigama
"We are calling on all Nigerians to participate in this programme as a way of promoting peace, justice and unity in the upcoming elections," said Archbishop Kaigama.
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has launched a nationwide fasting and prayer programme to promote peace, justice, and unity during the 2027 elections.
The initiative, titled 'Let Justice and Peace Flow', is aimed at mitigating the negative effects of electoral violence and promoting a transparent election process.
The programme will begin on October 31 and end on January 15, 2027.
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) President, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama, expressed the hope that the programme will help to promote a peaceful and transparent election process.
"We are appealing to all Nigerians to participate in this programme as a way of promoting peace, justice, and unity during the 2027 elections."
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has launched a nationwide fasting and prayer programme to promote peace, justice, and unity during the 2027 elections.
The initiative, titled 'Let Justice and Peace Flow', is aimed at mitigating the negative effects of electoral violence and promoting a transparent election process.
The programme will commence on October 31 and conclude on January 15, 2027.
"We are appealing to all Nigerians to participate in this programme as a way of promoting peace, justice, and unity during the 2027 elections."
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) President, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama, expressed hope that the programme will help to promote a peaceful and transparent election process.
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) President, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama, expressed hope that the programme will help to promote a peaceful and transparent election process.
The nationwide initiative aims to address the negative effects of electoral violence and to promote a transparent election process.
The programme will commence on October 31 and conclude on January 15, 2027.
"We are appealing to all Nigerians to participate in this programme as a way of promoting peace, justice, and unity during the 2027 elections."
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) President, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama, expressed hope that the programme will help to promote a peaceful and transparent election process.</<p><small>Source: Vanguard News — read the original story there.</small>
