The ChristianAssociation of Nigeria, CAN has called on Nigerian leaders to use theirGod-given position to rescue the country from bitterness. CAN NationalPresident, Reverend Samuel Ayokunle made the call when he paid a courtesy callon the Minister of Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs, George Akumein Abuja. Ayokunle thankedAkume for approving plots of land for the establishment of Baptist secondaryschools in Benue when he was Governor, saying that the Baptist schools werecontributing to the growth of education in Benue. He also challengedleaders to work toward the return of peace in Nigeria, saying that the nationwas in great pains. In his response,Akume thanked the president and his entourage for the visit, saying that CANwas established to promote the glory of God and to encourage growth and unityof Churches. He added that the body was also established as an instrument topromote understanding, peace and unity among the various people of Nigeria.