The second batch of the Borno Christian Pilgrims has departed for Amman, the Kingdom of Jordan and State of Israel, in the late hours of Tuesday, 20th January 2026, to perform the pilgrimage circle.
According to organisers, this brings the total to 262 pilgrims representing Borno in the ongoing pilgrimages, with 230 pilgrims having completed their Pilgrimage circle.
Speaking during the farewell remarks of the second batch of Borno Christian Pilgrims led by Okpanachi Abu, Director of Administration, NCPC, at Nmandi Azikwe International Airport on Tuesday night.
According to him, he charged the pilgrims to be good ambassadors of Nigeria and to shun anything that would damage the country’s image.
In his sermon, he said, “Let you know that the journey you are about to embark upon is a spiritual journey. So, as you go on this journey, you will encounter God, and your lives will not remain the same. So, it is not a jamboree journey but a spiritual one.
Abu further admonished, “Be alert of your security and if you are given any instructions, please try as much as possible to listen and follow the instructions. Let us be good ambassadors of this country,” he said.
The pilgrims are expected to spend three nights in Jordan before proceeding to Israel to complete their 10-day Pilgrimage circle.
Earlier, Elder James Ndirmbita, the Executive Secretary
Borno State Pilgrims Welfare Board, had urged all second batch intending pilgrims from the state to intensify prayers for the total restoration of peace and stability in Borno State and the country at large.
He applauded the efforts of Governor Babagana Zulum’s administration to ensure a hitch-free process and his unwavering support for all pilgrims from the state.
James, “I charge you all to pray for our leaders in Borno State and the country. I want to appeal to you to remember our dear state in your daily prayers. Let’s refrain from unnecessary movements and be polite in dealing with security personnel.” He advised.
It would be recalled that the Borno Christian Pilgrims commenced the 2026 Main Pilgrimage exercise to Israel and Jordan on 10th January, 2026.
All the Borno pilgrims of the first batch safely returned to Nigeria on the 19th of January, 2026.
