The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has said late Pope Benedict XVI positively influenced people across religious divides all over the world during his life time.
CAN stated this in its condolence message over the death of the 95 year old Pontiff.
In the statement issued on Saturday, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said the late former Pope worked in ways that positively influenced both Catholics and non-Catholics throughout the world.”
The association said that it would be difficult to fill the shoes he left behind, especially his promotion of peace and goodwill throughout the world.
“The Christian Association of Nigeria prays that God Almighty will continue to raise theologians like the late Pontiff who are committed to the defence of Christian faith.
“CAN extends its condolences to his relatives, the Vatican, the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria and the faithful in Nigeria and the rest of the world over this great loss,” the association said.