The Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC), Mr John-Kennedy Opara has announced President Goodluck Jonathan as the leader of delegation to Israel, as Christians prepare to embark on the 2013 pilgrimage.

Addressing a news conference in Abuja, the executive secretary of the commission advised Christian pilgrims to pray for the peace and security of Nigeria as they embark on the 2013 pilgrimage to Israel.

Mr John-Kennedy Opara says the prayer of morally rejuvenated Nigerians on pilgrimage will help the nation to overcome her current security challenges.