Mr Abdulhameed said the appeal became necessary to ease the issuance and activation of the NUSUK card for the pilgrims as they arrive.
The first batch of 388 Lagos’ intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia on Monday departed the state.
He passed away on Sunday, May 11, at age 69, a few days to his 70th birthday.
The Ondo State Muslim Welfare Board says the first batch of 316 pilgrims has departed to Saudi Arabia.
According to him, Nigerian meals by dedicated caterers, and adequate transportation logistics have also been arranged.
Pope Leo XIV sued for true and lasting peace among warring countries.
The statement stated, “The Church in Africa reaffirms its full communion and collaboration with Pope Leo XIV.’’
Mr Mohammed said that the Nigerian air carriers; MaxAir, Flynas and Air Peace, handled the flights.
He affirmed the federal government’s commitment to protect, support and elevate every Nigerian.
The Holy See said the new pope is set to keep Mr Francis’s top employees in the Vatican in place for the time being.
