“At this time, Nigeria needs more unity, compassion and resilience from all of us,” he said.
Mr Dantata died in Dubai at the age of 94 after a brief illness.
Fifteen pilgrims from Kwara have been defrauded in Madina, Saudi Arabia.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria says 25,075 Nigerian pilgrims have been transported to Makkah from Madina with their Nusuk cards.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria says it will ensure the contracted catering facilities comply with standards while serving meals to Nigerian pilgrims.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria says it is committed to conducting a hitch-free 2025 Hajj operation.
“Let me congratulate you in advance that the Sir Ahmad Bello International Airport will be used for 2024 Hajj operations.”
Mr Abubakar said the training sought to guide the pilgrims on the hajj rites according to provisions of the Sharia.
The pilgrims were said to have passed through the rigours of medical examination before their eventual departure.
The governor said that Zamfara, in particular, needed prayers over the security challenges currently being witnessed in the state.
