The Hallelujah Challenge, an online praise and prayer initiative spearheaded by gospel sensation Nathaniel Bassey, has made waves once again.
The 2025 edition launched on Monday, February 10, and it attracted a staggering number of participants. Within hours, nearly half a million people tuned in on YouTube, while thousands more joined via Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms, sparking lively discussions across the internet.
Nathaniel Bassey, known for his powerful hits like Ebenezer, took to social media to lead the virtual gathering, drawing worshippers from all corners of the globe.
The buzz was palpable, with thousands sharing their excitement and spiritual expectations in the comments section.
More than 479,000 people participated on YouTube alone, while an additional 300,000 engaged through Facebook and Instagram, making it clear that this was no ordinary online event.
The challenge, which first began in 2017, has grown exponentially over the years, with Bassey attracting a range of renowned pastors and gospel artists, including Apostle Joshua Selman, Pastor Jerry Eze, and Joe Praise.
Despite facing some criticisms, the singer remains undeterred, and this year’s edition promises to be even bigger, running through to March 1, 2025.
Not just a gospel artist, Nathaniel Bassey is also a pastor at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), further expanding the program’s reach. Reactions to the event have been enthusiastic, with many expressing their spiritual joy and gratitude for the chance to worship together virtually.
As the challenge progresses, it’s expected that more believers will join in. The growing online community reflects a global thirst for faith-driven connection, and the Hallelujah Challenge seems to be quenching that thirst, one prayer at a time.
The real-time impact of this massive turnout is undeniable. One viewer remarked on the staggering 479,100 participants on YouTube, while another posted that “God must be exalted” as they prepared for the next session.
This article was updated 2 hours ago
