– Nathaniel Bassey Addresses Critics Of Hallelujah Challenge
Nathaniel Bassey, founder of the widely followed Hallelujah Challenge, has issued a stern warning to critics of the global online prayer and worship movement.
Speaking on Day 11 of the 2026 Hallelujah Challenge, an ongoing series of midnight praise sessions streamed online, the clergyman addressed mounting criticism from some quarters of the Christian community.
The minister characterized the pushback as spiritual opposition rather than ordinary critique, emphasizing the challenge’s significance and divine mandate.
The comments come amid broader discussions within Christian circles following Catholic priest Joshua Mary Ugbedeojo Abuh’s advice to Catholics not to participate during the Lenten period, citing differences in religious observance.
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The differing viewpoints have fueled ongoing dialogue about faith practices and interdenominational engagement.
Bassey maintained that the Hallelujah Challenge remains open to all who wish to join, emphasizing that participation is voluntary while encouraging critics to allow believers to worship freely without interference.
Nathaniel Bassey Addresses Critics
Despite the debate, the Hallelujah Challenge continues to attract thousands of worshippers globally, reinforcing its reputation as one of the most high-profile digital Christian gatherings in recent years.
