These prayer mountains in Nigeria attract lots of visitors people every year

You have probably heard about the prayer mountains in different countries of the world. These are the places of pilgrimage for many Christians and people from different parts of the world go there. What is so special about these mountains, and what prayer mountains are there in Nigeria? Let's learn more about it.

Prayer mountains in Nigeria

There are a few prayer mountains in Nigeria, and some of them are not even mountains, they are just described as such. They are located in different part of the country, and all of them have their own special characteristics and history.

Prayer mountain in Osun state

The first prayer mountain that we will talk about, is Ori-Oke Baba. Ori-Oke Baba is located near the city of Ede in the Osun state.

The mountain attracts al lot of people, especially those seeking inspiration and inner strength to solve all kinds of problems.

Besides its religious role, the mountain is also a tourist attraction. If you climb to the highest spot of the mountain, you can admire the gorgeous views of the surrounding nature. A building, which serves as the church and is simultaneously a personal room for prayer, stands at the top of the mountain. Also, there is bible institute in the prayer city, where God's servants provide knowledge to people who need it.

Many different events are held in this place, and the aim is to attract people and thus stimulate economic activity. The Convention, Abiye is a popular one; this is a mega program aimed at providing solutions to different challenges and problems.

Prayer mountain in Ibadan

Ori-Oke Ikoyi is located in Ede in the state of Osun. There are several different areas of prayer where both men and women can pray, but the cusp is only for men. On this mountain, the prayers are done throughout the whole day. Christians even travel from other countries and continents spend some time with God and pray on this mountain at least once a year.

Also, it is worth noting that it is prohibited to walk around wearing shoes on this mountain, regardless of your status in the society.

Reasons for visiting the mountains can be different, for example, one may want to spend time alone with God or receive His blessing. You will be amazed when you see the diversity of people that meet on this mountain.

There is a rumor that not one single person who visited this mountain, left without an answer to his/her prayers.

This mountain was established in 1935 by the Apostle Joseph Ayodele Babalola during the heyday of idolatry, black magic, voodoo, and many diabolical acts which were thriving in South-Western Nigeria.

CAC Koseunti, Oke Erinmo, Erinmo-Ijesa

C. A. C Koseunti Oke-Erimo is located in the small town of Erinmo-General and for many years it has been a favorite place for the people who were in search of God, healing of their diseases and other miracles, as well as for the men of God who were looking for re-confirmation.

Depending on the kind of problems people have, they can spend days and even months, praying and fasting on the mountain.

Like in any church and prayer mountain, there are also certain rules that visitors must obey. After your arrival, you will be required to go to the reception area where you will need to provide your name, home address, and the number of the car (if you drove there).

An example of such rules is quiet prayer in the morning. It is forbidden to wear shoes while you're at this sacred place. People who came to visit the mountain also warned that it is important to limit contacts with strangers to avoid becoming a victim of fraud (yes, these cases could happen). You are not permitted to eat and drink on the mountain. There is a small shop where you can buy some soft drink and bread, but you're not allowed to have them while you're near the altar.

The other unique feature of this mountain is the mysterious shore of water, which can be passed before going up the mountain.

They say that the water has spiritual powers to heal and perform miracles for the sake of which people come from different town and cities. People having different diseases come there to be healed. Politicians and businessmen occasionally visit the mountain for spiritual purposes and to pray as well.

Some say that people who pray here receive a response quickly, so most people come here for miracles.

It is also said that upon arrival, guests are advised to bathe with water before going on top and going down the mountain.

Also, the thing that will puzzle anyone is how materials for building are transported to the top of such a high mountain. For example, there is an auditorium, a section for the prophets, and one building made for the women who came to pray.

Ayo Babalola prayer ground

Ikeji-Arakeji is a place of worship for most Christians who just don't want to climb the mountain.

In Ikeji Arakeji, there are 5 significant sections of the prayer, and there is a belief that Babalola God answers these prayers in a very short amount of time. One of the places of prayer is a special prayer room where Babalola once prayed 120 times in 6 days.

Another praying place is a bathing-wash, which, as it's said, doesn’t have any sources and it never dried. This water was used to cure all diseases, illness, and to give barren women the ability to carry a child.

Recall that the water therapy was one of the most important services of Babalola. They have water there which is intended strictly for drinking, and which possesses healing abilities.

Prayer mountain in Lagos

Ten years ago, T. B. Joshua founded the сhurch with 8 people at a prayer mountain. On the prayer mountain, there are also "prayer warriors" who pray 24 hours a day for everything under the son. They pray for us as well. Prayer mountain is not a mountain, rather it is a natural area with a sandy plain and with a shadow provided by the trees. Weekly prayer services are held in the church. People pray there with enthusiasm and in a fiery way.

So, we have learned some information about prayer mountains in Nigeria. Perhaps it will inspire you to visit one of these mountains. Of course, one should not expect miraculous cures or magical solutions to all their problems. But these places are definitely worth visiting.