Bauchi governor Mohammed sponsors 355 Christians for Pilgrimage

By Ayox Ojo

Bauchi governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed sponsored 355 Christian pilgrims for the 2025 pilgrimage to Israel, Executive Secretary of the State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Ibrahim Yakubu Gwallang has disclosed.

Gwallang revealed this on Friday at the commencement of the screening exercise for intending pilgrims held at the Board’s headquarters.

Gwallang said the sponsorship of the pilgrims was Mohammed’s gesture was a clear demonstration of inclusive governance and dedication to strengthening unity and supporting Christians in the state.

The Bauchi State Poligrim boss therefore appealed to beneficiaries of the sponsorship to pray for the Governor’s success and conduct themselves responsibly throughout the process.

He also urged the intending Pilgrims to ensure orderliness, present only genuine documents, and uphold the image of Bauchi State during the holy trip.

Gwallang expressed gratitude to the governor for his continuous support, assuring that the Christian community will not disappoint him.

Speaking in the same vein, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Christian Affairs, Pastor Zakka Magaji, congratulated the selected pilgrims.

He encouraged them to be worthy ambassadors of the state while lauding Governor Mohammed for consistently identifying with the Christian population in the state.

The Team Leader of the pilgrims, Mr. Haruna Mandabs, assured of a seamless and well-coordinated pilgrimage experience

Officials from the National Christian Pilgrims Commission, the Nigeria Immigration Service, NDLEA, and medical personnel conducted the screening exercise.