During presentation of the buses
First lady Remi Tinubu has donated seven 18-seater hybrid compressed natural gas (CNG) buses to the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN) to “support the mobility and outreach of Christian youths across the country”.
Speaking at the YOWICAN national convention and bus presentation ceremony held on Saturday at the National Christian Centre, Abuja, Belusochukwu Enwere, national chairman of YOWICAN, expressed gratitude to the first lady for the “remarkable gesture of empowerment and faith in the youth”.
Enwere said the convention, themed ‘Shine Bright: Reflecting God’s Glory’, drawn from Matthew 5:16, reinforced the divine calling of Christian youths to be “beacons of hope” and “vessels of divine light” in a world challenged by division and moral decay.
“In a world shrouded in darkness — plagued by uncertainty, division, and moral challenges — we, the youth of Christ’s body, are called to be vessels of divine light that illuminate paths and draw souls to the glory of God,” he said.
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The YOWICAN chairman said the buses represent more than just vehicles, describing them as “symbols of hope, empowerment, and commitment to enabling the youth to spread the message of love, unity, and progress across Nigeria”.
He praised the first lady’s “unwavering support for the youth” and her “dedication to uplifting communities through sustainable initiatives”, adding that YOWICAN will ensure the buses are used to advance evangelism, peacebuilding, and national development.
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Enwere also used the occasion to draw attention to the persistent killing of Christians in northern Nigeria, describing the situation as a “sombre reality” that demands urgent government action.
“The loss of lives, the destruction of homes, and the disruption of worship in these regions are not just attacks on individuals but assaults on our shared values of peace, freedom, and faith,” he said.
He called on government at all levels to intensify efforts to protect lives and property, bring perpetrators to justice, and create an environment where all Nigerians can worship freely without fear.
Enwere urged Christian youths to remain steadfast in faith, resist vengeance, and embody the love and forgiveness taught by Jesus Christ.
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“With the support of these hybrid CNG buses, we will expand our outreach, strengthen our community engagements, and amplify our efforts to build bridges of understanding across diverse groups in Nigeria,” he said.
He thanked partners, guests, and supporters present at the event, saying their solidarity strengthens YOWICAN’s resolve to pursue its mission of promoting peace and unity through faith-driven action.
The event was attended by church leaders, youth representatives, and government officials from across the country.
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