Hajj 2023: Jigawa to transport 395 prospective pilgrims May 27
The Jigawa Pilgrims Welfare Board says it has concluded arrangements to transport prospective pilgrims from the state to Saudi Arabia for the 2023 Hajj.
The exercise is expected to take off on May 27.
The board’s executive secretary, Umar Labbo, announced this in Dutse on Sunday.
One thousand six hundred and twenty-two pilgrims from the state are expected to perform this year’s Hajj.
Mr Labbo said the transportation was expected to begin with 395 prospective pilgrims from Dutse International Airport by Azman Air.
He explained that the board had processed visas for 1,500 pilgrims and distributed uniforms and other kits to the pilgrims.
The executive secretary added that the board had remitted about N4 billion to NAHCON, representing 100% of the state’s 2023 Hajj fares.
According to him, all arrangements with stakeholders, including security agencies, have been concluded for a successful and hitch-free exercise in the state.
Mr Labbo further stated that the state government had secured a befitting accommodation in Makkah for the intending pilgrims.
He added that all necessary arrangements were made for the security and welfare of the pilgrims while in the holy land.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
NationWide
Number of weapons in hands of non-state actors in Nigeria ‘very alarming’, says GO
“We need to take out these weapons in our midst; we need solutions; we need to think out of the box so we can take away these weapons.”
Abuja
Court refuses to vacate order restraining Secondus, Omehia from attending PDP leadership meetings
The restraining orders were made in relation to three substantive suits filed against the three chieftains of the PDP by some party members in Rivers.
NationWide
DHQ says troops eliminated 192 terrorists, captured 341 criminals in one week
The Defence Headquarters says its troops have, in the last week, killed 192 terrorists, apprehended 341 others and rescued 62 kidnapped hostages.
World
Iran vows to retaliate should Israel attack its nuke sites
A senior Iranian military commander threatened on Thursday to target Israel’s “nuclear facilities” should it attack Iran’s nuclear sites.
Agriculture
Global Warming: More shocks expected in 2024, says World Meteorological Organisation
WMO says due to global warming, there will be more weather and climate shocks in 2024.
States
Governor Abiodun donates 25 patrol vehicles, drones to Ogun police command
Mr Abiodun noted that the vehicles and ultra-modern drone facilities would assist in combating crime in the state.
