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Palm Sunday: Show Compassion, Reduce Hardship – CAN Urges Leaders

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7 months ago

March 29, 2026

Joel Ajayi

As Christians mark Palm Sunday, the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has called on leaders across the country to demonstrate empathy and take deliberate steps to ease the burden on Nigerians facing economic hardship.

Reflecting on the significance of Palm Sunday, Okoh noted that the day commemorates the humble entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem—a moment marked not by power or grandeur, but by peace, purpose, and quiet strength. He said this enduring example remains a powerful lesson for leadership, especially in times of uncertainty.

According to him, many Nigerians are currently grappling with rising living costs, making daily survival increasingly difficult for families. He pointed out that global tensions, particularly involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, have contributed to instability in energy markets, with direct consequences on fuel prices, transportation, and food costs within Nigeria.

“In times like these, people need reassurance and stability,” Okoh stated, emphasizing that leadership should be guided by restraint, compassion, and a commitment to the common good. He stressed that decisions taken at this moment must aim to reduce hardship, calm public anxiety, and promote unity.

The CAN President also urged the Church and all people of faith to embrace their responsibility as agents of hope and peace. He highlighted the unity displayed during Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, where people from diverse backgrounds came together in expectation and humility, noting that such a spirit is urgently needed in the country today.

He encouraged Nigerians, particularly the youth and those most affected by current economic challenges, not to lose hope, assuring them that the present difficulties are not permanent.

“As we journey through this sacred season, may the spirit of Palm Sunday inspire quiet courage, shared purpose, and renewed commitment to the good of all,” he said.

Okoh concluded with prayers for the nation, urging collective action toward peace, unity, and national renewal.

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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development

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1 day ago

October 21, 2026

The Gleamer

Cyril Samania

The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.

Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.

He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.

According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.

He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.

Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.

Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.

According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.

He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.

Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.

Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.

He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.

Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.

He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.

The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.

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