“We educated and counselled our pilgrims on the importance of looking after their health.’’
Mr Arabi solicited the cooperation of Nigerian pilgrims for the measures put in place to succeed.
Mr Goran referred to John 17: 20-21, where Jesus emphasised unity and encouraged Christian leaders to preach a similar message to the faithful.
He stated this while addressing the pilgrims shortly after the Subhi (dawn) prayer on Sunday in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
The archbishop said that the best of policies should be implemented to give succour to the people.
“There was a time when some people were advocating the scheme to be scrapped.’’
Mr Kaila assured the pilgrims of seamless transportation to the holy land and back to Nigeria.
”The police will continue to provide necessary security to ensure that will enable residents to observe their Friday congressional prayers peacefully,” Mr Gumel said.
Mr Aliyu said every 1,332 pilgrims received a N135,000 basic travelling allowance (BTA) subsidy approved by the governor.
No fewer than three missing Nigerian pilgrims have been rescued by the Kebbi government officials (KGOs) in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
