The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Northern States, has said the recent rumour of the resignation of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, is a plot to cause unrest in the nation.

The Association alleged that the report claiming Akume was replaced by Hadiza Bala Usman was false and crafted to incite religious and political unrest.

Speaking in a statement on Monday, the Chairman of Northern CAN, Rev. John Joseph, lamented that seeing some individuals toying with sensitive issues when the nation needs healing is disheartening.

He warned that Akume’s role in the federal cabinet symbolises balance and inclusion, noting that any attempt to remove or malign such representation would be viewed as a direct threat to national unity and religious harmony.

He noted, “At a time when our country needs healing, national cohesion, and responsible leadership, it is disheartening that some individuals are toying with sensitive issues by spreading outright falsehood. Senator Akume is one of the few visible Christian figures in the federal executive, and his service has been marked by maturity, integrity, and dedication to national development.”

The Northern CAN warned that such propaganda was not only dangerous but also indicative of an underground campaign to erode Christian presence in national governance.

He subsequently called on security agencies to investigate the source of the false claim and ensure that those behind it are held accountable.

He observed, “The intention behind this propaganda is clear. Some people are not comfortable with peaceful coexistence and are determined to exploit religion and ethnicity for political gains. That must not be allowed to succeed.”