Niger State has revived its Christian pilgrimage programme, restoring an opportunity for Christian faithful to undertake spiritual journeys to the Holy Land after a period of suspension.
The Niger State Government has resumed preparations for Christian pilgrimage to Israel and Jordan, following a break linked to security concerns in the Middle East.
The state’s Pilgrims Welfare Board announced the resumption of the exercise, which is intended to give Christians from the state an opportunity to visit sites of religious significance and deepen their faith.
The programme had been put on hold amid concerns over the conflict involving Israel and other actors in the region.
The suspension followed earlier warnings by the state government that sending pilgrims to areas affected by insecurity could expose them to serious risks.
The resumption is expected to provide intending pilgrims with another opportunity to participate in the religious exercise, subject to the necessary arrangements and security considerations.
Further details on the number of pilgrims expected to participate and the arrangements for the latest exercise would be needed to establish the full scope of the programme.
