Mr Mustapha urged the pilgrims to maintain discipline and continue to comply with guidelines issued by Saudi authorities to facilitate a smooth return journey to Nigeria.
He said the Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency would start refunding 123 Saudi Riyals to pilgrims after the Asir prayer (4 p.m.) on Monday.
Governor Uba Sani has given each pilgrim from the state performing the 2026 hajj 300 Saudi Riyals to support their welfare during the pilgrimage.
Mr Yusuf recalled that Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency was honoured for its high quality accommodation for pilgrims in 2023.
Governor Uba Sani urged the appointees to see their appointments as a call to service.
Delegates from Kano, Jigawa, and Katsina States are expected to attend and make presentations.
Governor Uba Sani has begun the implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act in Kaduna and expressed his displeasure towards NLC.
