Renowned gospel singer and pastor, Nathaniel Bassey, has extended his popular Halleluyah Challenge beyond the digital space, bringing the worship and praise movement directly to inmates at the Kirikiri Maximum Prison in Lagos.
The Halleluyah Challenge, which began as an online midnight worship session in 2017, has since grown into a global spiritual movement, attracting millions of Christians across different nations. Known for its power to draw people into intense worship through praise, prayer, and music, the event has become a staple in the Nigerian Christian calendar.
During his visit to Kirikiri, Bassey led inmates and prison staff in fervent worship, creating a deeply moving atmosphere. Eyewitnesses described the event as emotional, with several prisoners visibly shedding tears and lifting their voices in praise. The gospel artiste also took time to encourage the inmates, reminding them of God’s love, forgiveness, and the possibility of a fresh start regardless of past mistakes.
He stressed that worship can bring freedom, peace, and transformation even in the darkest places. “The presence of God is not limited by walls or gates. He comes wherever hearts are open to Him,” Bassey reportedly said.
The outreach drew praise from many Nigerians, who applauded the singer for not only spreading the gospel but also using his platform to give hope to marginalized communities. Social media has since been flooded with videos and testimonies from the event, with many expressing how inspiring it was to see prisoners actively participating in the worship session.
The initiative aligns with Nathaniel Bassey’s broader mission of evangelism and community impact, showing that the Halleluyah Challenge is not just a digital revival but also a tool for social and spiritual transformation.
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