FG suspends Christian pilgrimages to Israel amid Middle East tensions
Federal Government halts all Christian pilgrimages to Israel with immediate effect due to deteriorating security in the region. Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) announced suspension citing recent security developments including Israel's state of emergency declaration. All pilgrimage operations, both government-coordinated and private, are on hold until stability returns. NCPC monitoring situation closely and urging prayers for peace in Jerusalem. 2025 pilgrimage completed safely with final batch arriving March 3 at Murtala Muhammed Airport.
SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/04/nigerian-govt-halts-christian-pilgrimage-amid-middle-east-tension/