Nigerian gospel singer and pastor, Nathaniel Bassey, has reportedly become the first African to surpass one billion views on YouTube.
Statistics displayed on his official channel, Nathaniel Bassey Main, show that it has accumulated 1,014,544,577 views and 5.24 million subscribers since its creation in 2011.
The milestone was reached over the weekend, following the conclusion of the October edition of his popular online worship and prayer movement, Hallelujah Challenge, which ran from October 5 to 30, 2026.
Founded in 2017, the Hallelujah Challenge has attracted participants from different parts of the world through its sessions of praise, worship and prayer.
Bassey’s YouTube catalogue features several popular worship songs, including Imela, You Are God and Onise Iyanu. His online prayer initiative has also contributed to the growth and reach of his digital ministry.
The achievement has attracted congratulatory messages from followers on social media, with many celebrating the gospel minister for the milestone.
