The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Prof. Stephen Adegbite has reaffirmed that the safety of Nigerian Pilgrims is of utmost importance to the Commission.
He stated this during a press conference held at the Commission’s headquarters on Friday , 13th November , 2026 and assured that all safety measures have been put in place to ensure that Nigerian Pilgrims go and return safely from this spiritual journey. In his words “I don’t negotiate safety”.
He stated that the Middle East will always have ranchors as this is a confirmation of scriptures . However, he explained that there is relative peace presently in the Middle East and as such, pilgrimage activities for the year would commence on the 23rd of November 2026, and would run through till 9th of January, 2027
He urged pilgrims to take the journey seriously, emphasizing that Christian Pilgrimage is not a Jamboree nor a journey for pleasure, but a time for deep reflections and consecration to God through prayers.
He mentioned that about 3000 pilgrims would be going on this year’s pilgrimage exercise and urged them to pray for the peace of Nigeria and for the upcoming 2027 general elections as they seek God, highlighting that there is divine reward for those who intercede for others.
He expressed deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his support towards pilgrimage in Nigeria and prayed for God’s blessings upon the President.
He announced that the Flag off would take place in Abuja on the 23rd of November.
He thanked the media for being present and encouraged them to report accurately as the pilgrimage exercise progresses.
