CAC DCC SUPERINTENDENT, PASTOR DR. STEPHEN AJAYI, URGES NIGERIANS TO PRAY FOR PEACEFUL 2027 ELECTIONS

The District Coordinating Council (DCC) Superintendent of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Pastor Stephen Oluwatoyin Ajayi PhD, has called on Nigerians, particularly religious organisations, to intensify prayers for the country as preparations gather momentum for the 2027 general elections.

Pastor Ajayi made the call while speaking with journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, expressing concern over the prevailing security challenges confronting the country, particularly the persistent incidents of kidnapping, killings and violent attacks in some parts of Nigeria.

The cleric urged politicians and political parties to conduct their activities within the provisions of the law, emphasising that politics should not be treated as a do-or-die affair but as an opportunity to serve the people and contribute to national development.

He further appealed to churches and mosques to educate their members on the importance of peaceful coexistence, political tolerance and responsible conduct before, during and after the elections, noting that the collective interest of the nation must supersede partisan considerations.

The CAC Senior pastor, also called on political office holders and those in positions of authority to introduce people-oriented policies, programmes and developmental initiatives capable of alleviating the economic hardship and suffering confronting Nigerians.

He advised eligible voters to exercise their democratic rights responsibly by voting according to their conscience, without succumbing to intimidation, coercion or undue influence from politicians and other interest groups.

On the responsibilities of religious leaders, Pastor Ajayi, who is the planter of CAC Victory Centre, Akingbade, along the Old Ife Road, Ibadan, charged ministers of the gospel to remain committed to preaching Christ and advancing the Kingdom of God rather than pursuing personal wealth through ungodly means.

He maintained that salvation is freely given through Jesus Christ and should be freely preached to humanity, stressing that the primary responsibility of ministers is to propagate the gospel and lead people to God.

Meanwhile, the cleric announced the forthcoming 21st anniversary celebration of CAC Victory Centre, scheduled for Sunday, November 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the church auditorium.

He consequently invited members of the public, friends, partners and well-wishers to join the congregation in celebrating God's faithfulness and the church's years of spiritual growth and service.