Nigerian Christians on pilgrimage to Israel have prayed collectively for God’s blessings upon the country.
The pilgrims, who are the first batch of the Plateau State 2019 Pilgrims, include clergymen and winners of the Second edition of the National Bible Quiz competition.
They prayed collectively on pilgrimage to the Basilica of the Nativity, which is recorded as the historical birth place of Jesus Christ located in Bethlehem, Jerusalem in the West Bank.
The Executive-Secretary of Plateau State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Reverend Father George Gorap, who led the pilgrims in prayer at the Holy Land, prayed for a new lease of life for Nigerians.
Winner of the Bible Quiz contest Chukwuowo Jerry, described the visit to Israel as a wonderful opportunity while thanking the Israeli Embassy and Nigeria for providing platforms for pilgrims to gain experience.
