Popular Nigerian gospel singer Moses Bliss has opened up about the visa complications that prevented him from performing at a much-anticipated worship concert in Tanzania.
The Too Faithful crooner, who had just concluded a ministration in Kenya, was scheduled to fly into Dar es Salaam on October 2 for a massive free worship event reportedly attended by more than 60,000 people.
Visa Complications and Entry Denial
In a video posted on Instagram, Moses Bliss expressed disappointment over being unable to attend the concert despite his best efforts.
“Hello my family in Tanzania. I’m here in Tanzania right now, but I’m not allowed to come in. It’s very unfortunate that I couldn’t make it to worship with you today. I heard there were about 60,000 of you who came out. I’m sorry—I did my best,” he said.
According to the gospel minister, the event organizers had initially assured his team that visas would be provided and later instructed them to obtain visas upon arrival. However, upon landing at Dar es Salaam Airport around midnight, immigration officials denied them entry.
“They told us we would get a visa on arrival, so we landed. We’ve been here now for about six hours. No way to go in—the immigration won’t let us in. Apparently, there’s no visa on arrival for us anymore,” Bliss recounted.
Despite reaching out to various authorities—and even seeking high-level intervention—the team was ultimately unable to gain entry.
Financial Loss and Emotional Toll
The singer described the experience as heartbreaking, especially given the extensive planning and significant expenses incurred to make the concert free for attendees.
“We’ve spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to make this event absolutely free for you to come and worship the Lord Jesus with us,” he lamented.
Apology and Promise to Return
Moses Bliss extended heartfelt apologies to his Tanzanian fans, thanking them for their overwhelming turnout and unwavering faith. He assured them that he remains committed to returning for another worship experience.
“Tanzania, please hear me—you were not at fault. You came out in numbers, ready for God, and that moves me deeply. I owe you not just an apology but a promise: by God’s grace, I will return,” he said.
Following the incident, Bliss and his team returned to Nairobi, Kenya, where they confirmed plans to regroup and organize a future visit.
Despite the setback, the singer said he was comforted by the love and support from Tanzanian worshippers and promised that the next event would be “bigger and better.”