Nigerian gospel artist and pastor Nathaniel Bassey has been invited to lead worship at the U.S. Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast for President-elect Donald Trump on January 20, 2025. The event will be held at the Waldorf Astoria Presidential Ballroom in Washington, D.C.
The prayer breakfast, a non-political and faith-based tradition, is organized every four years to provide spiritual support to incoming administrations. It is hosted by Reverend Merrie Turner and will feature an array of distinguished speakers, including Dr. Alveda King and Pastor Mario Bramnick.
Nathaniel Bassey, renowned for his impactful worship songs and as the convener of the Hallelujah Challenge—a global Christian worship movement—will be the only Nigerian and African artist performing at the event. His invitation underscores his growing international recognition as a gospel minister.
In a statement shared on his social media platforms, Bassey expressed his excitement, saying, “Let’s raise a sound in America. See you on January 20, 2025.”
This invitation is another milestone for Bassey, who was honored in October 2024 by the Mayor of Albany, New York, with a declaration of “Pastor Nathaniel Bassey Day” in recognition of his contributions to the global Christian community.
The Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast is a platform for prayer and worship, bringing together faith leaders and believers to intercede for the nation and its leaders as they begin a new term.
Nathaniel Bassey’s participation highlights the unifying power of faith and music on a global stage.
