Governor Uba Sani restores state-sponsored Christian pilgrimage after 11 years
News Governor Uba Sani restores state-sponsored Christian pilgrimage after 11 years Published on February 18, 2026 By Nana Ismail googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Governor Uba Sani has reinstated the state-sponsored Christian Pilgrimage Programme, ending an 11-year suspension. The announcement was made during the 2025 orientation programme for 50 intending Christian pilgrims sponsored by the state government. The event marks the first state-backed Christian pilgrimage in over a decade, following the scheme’s discontinuation by previous administrations. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Speaking at the programme, the Head of Service, Mrs. Jimami C. Bako, commended the governor for reintroducing the initiative. She said the current administration recognises spiritual development and moral values as important complements to infrastructure and economic growth. According to her, the revival of the pilgrimage scheme shows “leadership that values faith as a foundation for peace and social harmony.” The Commissioner for Information, Ahmed Maiyaki, also described the move as consistent with the administration’s commitment to fairness and inclusion. He said: “The initiative aligns with the government’s promise of justice, equity and inclusiveness for all residents, irrespective of religious affiliation.” Maiyaki urged the intending pilgrims to use the opportunity to pray for peace, unity and lasting prosperity for the state and Nigeria as a whole. Don't Miss Non-confirmation of your professorial rank should not destabilize MOUAU – Stakeholders advise lecturer You may like Tinubu appoints Uba Sani Renewed Hope Ambassador, deputy DG for party outreach Uba Sani: I will make Kaduna industrial hub No President has supported state governors like Tinubu – Uba Sani Uba Sani commended over Southern Kaduna projects Digital literacy: No child will be left behind – Uba Sani Gov Uba Sani not my godson – El-Rufai