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  • Nathaniel Bassey plans ‘Kirikiri edition’ of Hallelujah Challenge

    Nathaniel Bassey plans ‘Kirikiri edition’ of Hallelujah Challenge

    Gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey has announced a special edition of his Hallelujah Challenge, dubbed the ‘Kirikiri Edition.’ 

    This one-day event is scheduled to take place on August 27, 2025, at the Kirikiri Medium Security Prison in Lagos.

    Bassey, on Instagram, revealed that hosting this special session with inmates is a personal birthday wish, driven by his desire to bring hope and liberation through praise and worship.

    The programme promises to be a powerful experience, featuring a special session of praise and worship, distribution of food, and the awarding of scholarships to some prisoners.

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    He added that the event may not be streamed live due to security concerns, but encourages participants to join in spirit through prayer.

    Bassey believed the event would bring liberty to the spirits of the inmates and result in a massive harvest of souls.

    The regular Hallelujah Challenge is set to return in October 2025.

    He wrote. “Later this month, 27th August 2025, I will be leading my brethren in the Kirikiri medium prison in a Hallelujah Challenge Praise and Worship Special session.

    “This is my heart’s desire for my birthday. We will praise, eat together and afterwards give out some scholarships.

    “The first ever Hallelujah Challenge was in Acts 16:25-26, when Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises to God. Though we may not stream this for security reasons, you can pray along with us as we go. We trust God for liberty of the spirit and massive harvests of souls in Jesus’ name. Meanwhile, are you ready for the October edition?”

  • Nathaniel Bassey plans ‘Kirikiri edition’ of Hallelujah challenge

    Nathaniel Bassey plans ‘Kirikiri edition’ of Hallelujah challenge

    Gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey has announced a special edition of his Hallelujah Challenge, dubbed the “Kirikiri Edition”. 

    This one-day event is scheduled to take place on August 27, 2025, at the Kirikiri Medium Security Prison in Lagos. 

    Bassey, on Instagram, revealed that hosting this special session with inmates is a personal birthday wish, driven by his desire to bring hope and liberation through praise and worship.

    The programme promises to be a powerful experience, featuring a special session of praise and worship, distribution of food, and the awarding of scholarships to some prisoners. 

    He added that the event may not be streamed live due to security concerns but encourages participants to join in spirit through prayer.

    Bassey believed the event will bring liberty to the spirits of the inmates and result in a massive harvest of souls.

    The regular Hallelujah Challenge is set to return in October 2025.

    He wrote. “Later this month, 27th August 2025, I would be leading my brethren in the kiri medium prison in a Hallelujah challenge Praise and worship special session.

    “This is my heart’s desire for my birthday. We’ll praise, eat together and afterwards give out some scholarships.

    “The first ever Hallelujah challenge was in Acts 16:25-26, When paul and Silas prayed and sang praises to God. Though we may not stream this for security reasons, but you can pray along with us as we go. We trust God for liberty of the spirit and massive harvests of souls in Jesus’ name. Meanwhile, are you ready for the October edition?”

  • Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo, Moses Bliss make YouTube most-streamed for Q1 2025

    Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo, Moses Bliss make YouTube most-streamed for Q1 2025

    Gospel artists Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo, and Moses Bliss have ranked among the most-streamed Nigerian acts on YouTube Music for the first quarter of 2025. 

    Nathaniel Bassey secured 52.8 million streams, Mercy Chinwo followed closely with 46.4 million, and Moses Bliss 41.5 million.

    Their success is attributed to popular tracks like Mercy Chinwo’s “Excess Love,” which has garnered 133 million plays and Nathaniel Bassey’s “Yahweh Sabaoth,” “TOBECHUKWU,” and “Jesus Iye,” which have amassed 25 million, 39 million, and 32 million plays, respectively.

    The Q1 2025 rankings also saw Rema’s continued dominance, with other leading Nigerian artists, including Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, and Ayra Starr, making significant appearances in the top 20 most-streamed artists. 

    Rema gathered 223 million streams with his hit “Calm Down,” featuring Selena Gomez, which has now reached a groundbreaking 2.5 billion plays.

    Below is the list of the top 20 most-streamed Nigerian artists globally on YouTube Music in Q1 2025:

    Rema — 223M

    Burna Boy — 171M

    Ayra Starr — 169M

    Davido — 113M

    Wizkid — 102M

    Omah Lay — 96.7M

    Kizz Daniel — 67.9M

    Ruger — 65.7M

    CKay — 64.6M

    Asake — 63.4M

    Tems — 60.4M

    Fireboy DML — 59.1M

    Nathaniel Bassey — 52.8M

    Oxlade — 52.4M

    Tekno — 50.8M

    Tiwa Savage — 45.3M

    Mercy Chinwo — 46.4M

    Victony — 42.5M

    Moses Bliss — 41.5M

    BNXN — 41M

  • I can’t charge to Minister- Nathaniel Bassey

    I can’t charge to Minister- Nathaniel Bassey

    Gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey has shared thoughts on whether gospel ministers should charge for guest ministrations in churches.

    Bassey revealed that he does not charge for services, citing his personal conviction that ministry should not be commercialised.

    He believed that since ministry is a service to God, it’s improper to put a price on it.

    He said: “If a church invites me to come and minister, they are doing two things. They are inviting me to minister to God and to his people. 

    “Let me just say this before I trend in twitter, to my own understanding is when you tell me to minister to God, I can’t charge God to minister to him. 

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    “How much did he charge me for his blood on Calvary? The blood that is the very reason for my ministry. It’s a personal thing for me and it has worked for me, so why leave what is working?”

    Bassey’s stance comes amid a heated debate sparked by Apostle Femi Lazarus, who criticised gospel artists for charging exorbitant fees to perform at church events.

    The Pastor recalled an instance where a singer demanded a hefty sum to perform for his congregation.

    While some have praised Bassey’s stance, others have argued that gospel artists have expenses to cover and should be compensated for their work. 

  • Nobody will take my wife’s place – Nathaniel Bassey tells admirers

    Nobody will take my wife’s place – Nathaniel Bassey tells admirers

    Renowned gospel singer, Nathaniel Bassey, has publicly addressed his female admirers, saying that he is committed to his wife and has no plans to marry again.

    At the grand finale of the Hallelujah Challenge, Bassey jokingly mentioned that he and his wife will grow old together, having already purchased walking sticks for their future use.

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    He prayed for the women who have feelings for him, asking God to put an end to their desires.

    Bassey firmly stated that his wife’s position in his life is secure, and no one can take her place.

    “Nobody will take my wife’s place, you’re only wasting your time. I don’t have any plans to marry anybody. We will grow old today; I’ve bought our walking sticks,” he stated partly.

  • Not attending Hallelujah Challenge doesn’t make you less Christian – Nathaniel Bassey

    Not attending Hallelujah Challenge doesn’t make you less Christian – Nathaniel Bassey

    Renowned gospel artist Nathaniel Bassey has cautioned followers against turning their passion into “unholy obsession.”

    Bassey emphasised that not knowing him or other young servants of God does not make anyone less of a Christian. 

    He quoted Romans 12:3, reminding his followers not to think more highly of themselves than they ought to.

    He also addressed the Hallelujah Challenge, stating that not participating in it does not make someone less of a Christian. 

    Bassey encouraged his followers to respect each other’s choices and not judge one another, referencing Romans 14:3.

    Bassey wrote on X: “My dear Brothers and Sisters, you are blessed. Just a note of caution.

    “Please let’s be careful and guided so we don’t turn our passion to unholy obsession.

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    Not knowing Nathaniel Bassey or any of the young vibrant servants of God being used does not make you any less a Christian. In fact, there are so many Christians who have never heard of me nor my music. It doesn’t make them any less christians. They don’t have to know me. I’m not the best thing after slice bread.

    I do not even see myself in that manner. I would be thinking of myself more highly than I ought doing so. 

    “For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.”

    Romans 12:3

    “Also, not joining the Hallelujah challenge does not make you less a Christian. People are free to connect with what’s best for them.

    “I describe it in this way. Apples don’t grow everywhere. It doesn’t mean the places apples don’t grow are bad. It may just not be apples’ environment.

    “Those of us joining should never look down on those joining. Those who are not joining should also not look down on those joining. 

    “Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received him. Romans 14:3.

    “Let every man where in He is called abide. 1 Cor 7:24

    “Sharing this due to the various tags I’ve been mentioned. And normally would not comment on such. 

    But felt a need to enlighten a few of us. 

    “Having said this, HC is back tonight after a short break, with Day 7. So let’s gather, before our Father, at the altar, to offer, hallelujah, together !NO WAHALA! ONLY HALLELUJAH”

  • Nathaniel Bassey announces date for 2025 Hallelujah challenge

    Nathaniel Bassey announces date for 2025 Hallelujah challenge

    Gospel artist Nathaniel Bassey has announced the dates for the 2025 Hallelujah Challenge, a global online praise and prayer event.

    The challenge will begin on Monday, February 10, and conclude on March 1, 2025.

    Bassey made the announcement on Instagram, expressing excitement for the upcoming event.

    The daily sessions will start at 11:59 PM WAT, and participants can join in by tuning into Bassey’s social media platforms.

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    He wrote: “The Hallelujah Challenge Feb ‘25 edition begins in exactly 5 DAYS!

    “We can’t keep calm. You shouldn’t too. Spread the word! Sound the Alarms! Glory is NOW! Glory is HERE! 11:59 WAT DAILY. 0TH FEB – 1ST MAR 2025!”

    The Hallelujah Challenge has become a highly anticipated annual event, attracting thousands of worshippers worldwide.

    It’s a time for intense prayer, worship, and spiritual rejuvenation.

  • Nathaniel Bassey ministers at President Trump’s inaugural prayer breakfast

    Nathaniel Bassey ministers at President Trump’s inaugural prayer breakfast

    Renowned gospel musician Nathaniel Bassey ministered at the presidential inaugural prayer breakfast of Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., on January 20, 2025.

    The non-governmental and non-political event, hosted by Reverend Merrie Turner, aimed to offer prayers and blessings for the new administration.

    Bassey delivered a soul-stirring performance of his song “Take the Stage”, praying for divine guidance over the White House and calling for God’s glory to shine over the nation.

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    As a pastor, trumpeter, and songwriter, Bassey is known for his impactful music and programs, including the popular “Hallelujah Challenge”.

  • How I was invited to Trump’s inaugural prayer breakfast – Nathaniel Bassey

    How I was invited to Trump’s inaugural prayer breakfast – Nathaniel Bassey

    Renowned Gospel singer, Nathaniel Bassey has revealed how he got an invitation to minister at the US Presidential inaugural prayer breakfast.

    While sharing his testimony at Pastor Poju Oyemade’s World Faith Believers Convention (WOFBEC), Bassey explained that he received a phone call from Reverend Merrie Turner, who had been praying when God instructed her to invite Bassey to “release His glory over the United States.”

    Reverend Turner’s words to Bassey were: “I was in prayer, and the Lord says to me to send for you to come release the glory of God over our Nation.”

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    This invitation has led to Bassey’s upcoming ministry at the prestigious event in Washington, DC. where he will join other faith leaders and dignitaries to offer prayers and worship for the president and government.

  • Nathaniel Bassey to minister at Donald Trump’s inaugural prayer breakfast 

    Nathaniel Bassey to minister at Donald Trump’s inaugural prayer breakfast 

    Renowned gospel minister, Pastor Nathaniel Bassey, has received an esteemed invitation to minister at the Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast for US President-elect Donald Trump. 

    The event is scheduled to take place on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

    Hosted by Reverend Merrie Turner, this non-political and non-governmental gathering brings together faith leaders and dignitaries from around the world to offer prayers and worship on behalf of the president and the government.

    Pastor Bassey, who was honored with “Pastor Nathaniel Bassey Day” in Albany, New York, in 2024, will join other esteemed guests at this significant event. 

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    “Let’s raise a sound in America. And let the King of Glory come in. See you. 20th January, 2025

    “The Presidential Prayer Breakfast is a non-official and non-governmental event. It is a faith-based platform where intercessory prayers and worship are offered to God on behalf of the office of the president and the government of the nation. This event is held once in four years preceding the inauguration ceremony as a breakfast prayer meeting ahead of every new administration. Over the years has been attended by leaders and dignitaries from around the world. Hostess Rev. Merrie Turner”, he captioned the post.

    The Presidential Prayer Breakfast occurs every four years, preceding the inauguration ceremony, and serves as a platform for intercessory prayers and worship.