By Adesakin Adefemi
The Lagos State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has officially opened its permanent secretariat, named after First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, nearly three decades after operating without an administrative headquarters.
The building, located in Alausa, Ikeja, was declared open by the National President of CAN, Daniel Okoh, who praised the state chapter for its perseverance and commitment to making the secretariat a reality.
In his remarks, Okoh urged CAN members to remain united and dedicated to Christian leadership in Lagos State. He emphasized the importance of the secretariat as a symbol of unity and administrative strength.
The First Lady’s representative, Mrs. Tinubu stated that the completion of the secretariat marks the beginning of a new chapter for Christians in Lagos State, ending years of dispute over the land.
A floor of the complex was dedicated in honour of Iya Aladura General, Dr Oluwaseye Yomi-Sholoye, in recognition of her significant financial support for the project. Yomi-Sholoye described the structure as a “fit home” for Christian leadership in Lagos State.
The complex houses multiple structures, including the main office block named after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Bishop Stephen Adegbite Hall and Event Centre, and the CAN Chairman’s office named after Senator Tokunbo Abiru
Rt. Rev. S.T.V. Adegbite, Chairman of CAN Lagos, said the secretariat belongs to all Christians in Lagos State and urged members to take ownership and ensure its proper maintenance.
The Lagos CAN secretariat is the latest in a series of public institutions and projects named after the First Lady since President Bola Tinubu’s inauguration in May 2023.
The unveiling of the secretariat consolidates CAN Lagos operations under a permanent structure for the first time in nearly 30 years, marking a significant milestone for Christians in the state.
The event was attended by prominent Christian leaders, including the Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Alfred Adewale Martins, and was followed by the 2026 Annual Interdenominational Divine Service, themed “Immanuel: God With Us” (Matthew 1:23).
