Renowned Nigerian gospel singer, Nathaniel Bassey, is set to host a special edition of his Hallelujah Challenge, dubbed the “Kirikiri Edition,” at the Kirikiri Medium Security Prison in Lagos on August 27, 2025. This event marks a unique celebration of Bassey’s birthday, where he will lead inmates in a praise and worship session, distribute food, and award scholarships to some prisoners.
The Purpose of the Event
Bassey believes this event will bring liberty to the spirits of the inmates and result in a massive harvest of souls. He stated, “This is my heart’s desire for my birthday. We’ll praise, eat together, and afterwards give out some scholarships.” The event is part of Bassey’s Hallelujah Challenge series, which aims to bring people together in worship and praise.
What to Expect
The “Kirikiri Edition” promises to be a powerful experience, featuring:
– Special Session of Praise and Worship: A unique opportunity for inmates to come together and worship
– Distribution of Food: Providing nourishment and care for the inmates
– Awarding of Scholarships: Supporting the educational pursuits of some prisoners
A Call to Prayer
Although the event may not be streamed live due to security concerns, Bassey encourages participants to join in spirit through prayer. He wrote, “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“.
The Regular Hallelujah Challenge
The “Kirikiri Edition” is a special addition to Bassey’s Hallelujah Challenge series, which is set to return in October 2025. This series has become a significant platform for worship, praise, and spiritual growth.