Respected Nigerian pastor and gospel minister, Nathaniel Bassey, has been invited to minister at the Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
Punch Metro reports that the event, a non-governmental and non-political gathering, will be hosted by Reverend Merrie Turner, ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Donald J. Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance.
Pastor Nathaniel Bassey, affectionately known as “Pastor Nath,” will join an esteemed lineup of speakers and ministers, including Dr. Alveda King, Pastor Mario Bramnick, Revivalist Rebecca Macchi, and Dr. Dominiquae Bierman. The prayer breakfast will take place at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Presidential Ballroom in Washington, D.C.
On his Instagram, Nathaniel Bassey confirmed his participation, saying, “Let’s raise a sound in America. And let the King of Glory come in. See you. 20th January, 2025.”
In the post, he shared further details about the event, explaining, “The Presidential Prayer Breakfast is a non-official and non-governmental event. It is a faith-based platform where intercessory prayers and worship are offered to God on behalf of the office of the president and the government of the nation. This event is held once every four years, preceding the inauguration ceremony, as a breakfast prayer meeting ahead of every new administration.”
The renowned gospel artist from Akwa Ibom is no stranger to the United States. Punch Metro recalls that in 2024, the Mayor of Albany, New York, declared October 6 as “Pastor Nathaniel Bassey Day” in the city.
In reaction to the honour, Pastor Nath expressed deep gratitude on social media: “Who am I, and what is my Father’s House that the God of all the earth would place such honour on my life? That you would take this small boy from Akwa Ibom state to the ends of the earth. I give Him all the glory. May that day be a Jesus day—a day when men and women come to the knowledge of the glorious gospel of Christ.”
He continued, “My sincere and heartfelt gratitude to the Mayor, Cathy M. Sheehan, and the dear people of Albany, House of Favour Albany, as well as the entire body of Christ in Albany, New York, for this great honour. May Albany shine and stand out as a great city in New York, in Jesus’ name. And to you saints, in this season of divine rewards, may God bestow His honour on you in Jesus’ name.”
Nathaniel Bassey is widely known for his powerful voice and iconic trumpet playing. He recently released an 18-track album titled The River on December 12, 2024. His music ministry began with his debut album Elohim in 2008, and he has since released other beloved works, including Names of God, This God Is Too Good, and Hallelujah Live. His popular songs include Jesus Iye, Yahweh Sabaoth, Book of Life, and Baba We Thank You. He is also the convener of the Hallelujah Challenge, an online, non-denominational praise and worship program that has impacted thousands globally.
