Hajj: Kaduna to begin airlifting of pilgrims on May 14
The Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has announced that it would begin airlifting of 2025 intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj on May 14.
The agency’s executive chairman, Salihu Abubakar, announced this in a statement on Tuesday.
Mr Abubakar disclosed that 4,060 pilgrims from Kaduna were expected to perform the Hajj, with UMZA Airline as the official carrier for their airlift to Saudi Arabia.
He said that as part of the mandatory pre-departure protocols, all pilgrims would undergo comprehensive medical screening at the Hajj transit camp in Mando.
“In compliance with international and Saudi Arabian health regulations, all female pilgrims are required to undergo pregnancy tests before departure,” he said.
He urged all intending pilgrims to strictly adhere to the rules and guidelines set by the Saudi authorities, emphasising the importance of discipline, group coordination, and personal safety throughout the pilgrimage.
He assured the agency was fully committed to ensuring a hassle-free and spiritually fulfilling Hajj experience for all pilgrims.
(NAN)
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