President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerian pilgrims heading to Israel and Jordan to prioritize their spiritual mission and act with integrity throughout their journey.
Addressing the attendees at the flag-off ceremony held in Ikeja, Lagos, Tinubu, represented by Senator George Akume, reminded pilgrims of the importance of using the opportunity for reflection and prayer.
The president urged travelers to pray for Nigeria’s progress, the success of his administration’s “Renewed Hope” agenda, and the well-being of families and communities.
He also cautioned against absconding during the pilgrimage, emphasizing that measures have been put in place to ensure accountability and security for all participants.
The Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC) has chosen the theme of restoration for this year’s pilgrimage, inspired by the scripture Joel 2:25-26.
The NCPC assured pilgrims that the journey would focus on intense prayers for national revival and hope for divine breakthroughs in 2025.
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The event saw contributions from Lagos State’s First Lady, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, who highlighted the pilgrimage as an opportunity for personal and societal transformation.
Pilgrims were reminded to represent Nigeria positively and return as agents of positive change.
The pilgrimage, which begins with 354 participants, will continue in batches until May 2025.
