Lagos CAN honours, names new Secretariat after Oluremi Tinubu

2026-02-25 - 12:07

...Sanwo-Olu, Abiru Honoured Too By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has renamed its permanent secretariat after Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, nearly three decades after operating without an administrative headquarters. This was disclosed in a statement on Tuesday by the National President of CAN, Daniel Okoh, who officially declared open the building named “Senator Oluremi Tinubu CAN Lagos State Secretariat” in Alausa, Ikeja. According to Okoh, the Lagos chapter demonstrated perseverance and commitment in ensuring that the secretariat became a reality. The unveiling consolidates CAN Lagos operations under a permanent structure for the first time in nearly 30 years. “I urge all members to remain united and dedicated to the work of Christian leadership in Lagos State,” Okoh stated. Responding through a representative, the First Lady said the completion of the secretariat ends years of dispute over the land and marks the beginning of a new chapter for Christians in Lagos State. Recognition of Contributors A floor of the newly completed complex was dedicated in honour of Oluwaseye Yomi-Sholoye, Iya Aladura General and founder of The New Seraph Evangelical Ministries, in recognition of her significant financial support for the project. The cleric described the structure as a “fit home” for Christian leadership in Lagos State. “For about three decades, CAN did not have a befitting secretariat. Today, we have a beautiful structure that will lift the work of God to the next level. It is God’s doing,” Yomi-Sholoye said. The edifice was completed under the chairmanship of His Lordship Rt. Rev. S.T.V. Adegbite, with the foundation laid on February 17, 2024. Also present at the event was the Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Alfred Adewale Martins, alongside clerics from various denominations. Complex Named After Prominent Leaders The complex houses multiple structures named after notable personalities, including: The main office block named after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Bishop Stephen Adegbite Hall and Event Centre The CAN Chairman’s office named after Senator Tokunbo Abiru. Speaking at the event, Adegbite described the secretariat as a symbol of unity and administrative strength, urging members to take ownership of the facility and ensure proper maintenance. Other Projects Named After the First Lady Other public institutions and projects named after the First Lady since the inauguration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in May 2023 include: Senator Oluremi Tinubu Renewed Hope Resettlement City, Keffi, Nasarawa State Senator Oluremi Tinubu Dream Centre at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife Oluremi Tinubu Leather Hub, Lagos Annual Interdenominational Service Following the commissioning, CAN Lagos held its 2026 Annual Interdenominational Divine Service themed “Immanuel: God With Us” (Matthew 1:23) at The Apostolic Church Nigeria, Olorunda, Ketu. In his address, Rev. Dr. Ezekiel Omidina urged Christians to remain steadfast amid economic and social challenges, while prayers were offered for peace, unity, and national development.