CAN condemns court conviction of Christian woman in Borno

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed concern over the reported conviction and imprisonment of a Christian woman, identified as Lami Samuel Dawa, in Borno State, calling for the protection of her fundamental rights and religious freedom.
CAN said it was particularly concerned by reports that the case arose from circumstances surrounding the conversion of an adult woman to Christianity.
The association, however, said the precise facts and legal basis of the conviction were still being verified.
In a statement issued on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and signed by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, CAN disclosed that an appeal had been filed, adding that it was com...