2020 pilgrimage: NCPC boss promises a hitch free pilgrimage exercise
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The Executive Secretary, Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission, NCPC, Rev. Yakubu Pam has said that the Commission would deliver a hitch free Pilgrimage Exercise as necessary measures is being put in place to ensure an excellent and successful pilgrimage in December 2020.
Rev. Pam gave the hints during the meeting of Pilgrimage Leaders and managers at NCPC Corporate Headquarters in Abuja.
He explained that the meeting of Conference of States was convened in anticipation of the 2020 December General Pilgrimage exercise to Israel, Greece and Rome.
According to him, “We are planning to make sure that we have the best operation this year in terms of having a Zero abscondment”
He stressed that the Commission has planed to have the best operation this year by providing the best service both on air and on ground while in Israel, saying that Nigeria will be well represented in the Holy Land.
NCPC boss further explained that pilgrimage exercise should not be seen as tourism, rather it should be seen as a spiritual journey with added value.
The Chairman of Conference of States, Rev. Isaiah Magaji, in his address appreciated the Executive Secretary on behalf of the Conference of States, stating that they were happy with his mission and vision for NCPC as well as his commitment to work.
Rev. Magaji commended the Executive Secretary for his visits to the zones and states to encourage the staff of the Pilgrims Welfare Boards, the Christian Pilgrimage Operators.
He assured the Executive Secretary of their total support and loyalty.
It would be recalled that the Executive Secretary of NCPC, Rev. Yakubu Pam assumed office on 7th July, 2020 and this would be his first strategic meeting with the Chairmen and Secretaries of the States Christian Pilgrim Welfare Boards, including FCT.
