Renowned Nigerian gospel artist and pastor, Nathaniel Bassey, has been selected to minister at the Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
The talented musician, hailing from Akwa Ibom, took to social media to share the exciting news, posting a poster of the upcoming event on his Instagram page.
He expressed his anticipation for the event, stating: “Let’s raise a sound in America. See you on January 20, 2025.”
The U.S. Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast is a non-political, faith-based gathering that occurs every four years before a new administration is sworn into office.
It aims to provide spiritual support for the U.S. government and presidency through prayer and worship.
The forthcoming edition is set to be held at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Presidential Ballroom under the guidance of Reverend Merrie Turner.
The event will feature a lineup of esteemed speakers, including Dr. Alveda King and Pastor Mario Bramnick, preceding the inauguration of Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance.
Bassey is widely recognized for his impactful worship music and for spearheading the Hallelujah Challenge, an online movement centered around Christian worship.
His songs, such as “Imela,” “Onise Iyanu,” and “Olowogbogboro,” have garnered global acclaim, showcasing his musical versatility ranging from jazz to hymns and medleys.
In a testament to his musical influence and spiritual leadership, the Mayor of Albany, New York, proclaimed October 6 as “Pastor Nathaniel Bassey Day” in 2024.
