Mr Labbo stated that intending pilgrims were expected to pay N8.4 million deposit pending the official announcement of this year’s hajj fare by NAHCON
The cleric commended the government’s efforts to tackle the security challenges but called for concerted efforts to improve the economy.
Mr Musa explained that the refund was due to the Masha’ir (core Hajj period) electricity services not being rendered properly by the Saudi authorities during the 2023 Hajj.
Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board says it has concluded arrangements to refund over N95 million to 1,572 pilgrims who performed the 2023 Hajj exercise.
The CAN chairman noted that the theme of this year is a call for everyone to commit to uniting and advocating for non-violence against women.
“President Tinubu, who said he was prepared for the role, is struggling,” said Mr Kukah.
The deceased was a prominent figure in the Nigerian Muslim community.
Mr Shettima described the late elder statesmen as the last of the great titans to have emerged from their time.
Mr Iguobaro the planned event, scheduled for Sunday at the Muson Centre, Lagos is being organised without the consent or consultation with the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II.
The cleric urged the faithful to give charity and help the less privileged and stressed that wealth should be used for good causes.
