The primary batch of Lagos State Christian pilgrims returned safely to Lagos after a profitable pilgrimage to the holy lands of Israel and Jordan.
In his tackle at a ceremony the place the pilgrims had been acquired by the Govt Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Fee (NCPC), Rt. Rev Stephen Adegbite expressed his pleasure on the train’s success, noting that the journey started and led to pleasure.
He thanked the Jordanian authority for a easy Jordan and Israel border switch of pilgrims.
The NCPC boss thanked the Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for his or her unwavering assist, believing that different states would equally have a profitable pilgrimage train.
Particular Adviser on Christian Non secular Issues, Very Revd Adebukola Adeleke, and Bishop Akinpelu Johnson, Chairman of the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, thanked God for journey mercies.
The Board Secretary, Mrs Yetunde Gbafe, thanked God for the hitch-free train and thanked the President of Nigeria and the Governor of Lagos State for enabling the Board to function this pilgrimage.
She acknowledged enhancements on the Jordan-Israel border, appreciating the Nigerian and Jordanian floor handlers asserting that the second batch of Lagos pilgrims would depart Lagos quickly.
The director of administration and human assets of the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims welfare board, Mrs Adeola Aina, additionally the Bus Captain for Bus One, was equally comfortable concerning the train’s profitable completion. She stated the expertise has been worthwhile and encourages others to take part.


