LAGOS GOVT TEAM EMBARKS ON PRE-VISIT EXERCISE TO HOLY LANDS OF ISRAEL, JORDAN

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Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has sent a powerful team to ascertain the safety of intending pilgrims for this year’s pilgrimage to the holy lands of Israel and Jordan.

A statement signed by the Board Secretary of LSCPWB, Mrs. Yetunde Gbafe said the pre-visit is crucial, adding it is important to have first-hand information about the safety and security of the holy lands to reassure intending pilgrims of their well-being while on pilgrimage.

“The previsit is also aimed at making adequate arrangements for a hitch-free yet spiritually regenerating pilgrimage exercise and also an opportunity to make adequate preparation for logistics with ground handlers and to secure comfortable hotels amongst others”, she added.

The members of the team include the Special Adviser to the Governor on Christian Pilgrimage Matters, Rev. Bukola Adeleke; Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Mrs. Lolade Aina; Board Secretary of the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board (LSCPWB), Mrs. Yetunde Gbafe and some prominent members of the Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board.

Gbafe further revealed that there are plans to explore Israel’s Agricultural Technologies that will enrich the Christian Pilgrimage Programmes and provide value for the Pilgrims.

The 2024 Easter Pilgrimage to Israel and Jordan has been scheduled to take place in June 2024.