He stated that the Saudi air force provided advanced air support, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and airspace security over the holy sites.
The sultan called Nigerian Muslims to “rededicate themselves to good virtues and fervent prayers on the day of Arafah on Thursday.”
The health commissioner urged mothers and food handlers to ensure the safe preparation of meat to prevent food-borne illnesses.
Jamila Muhammad, a pilgrim from Plateau has died in Mecca
“I’m warning for the last time. I’ll arrest you. I’ll lock you up. I don’t care. No man of God will pray for you and succeed,” said Mr Ibiyeomie.
The Saudi Arabian Armed Forces have deployed over 40,000 soldiers for the 2025 hajj pilgrimage.
The federal government has declared June 6 and 9 as public holidays to enable the Muslim faithful to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir.
The NAHCON chairman urged the media to help the commission disseminate the information to pilgrims.
The cleric stressed that a national prayer conference is vital, warning that without it, Nigeria would continue battling insecurity without lasting results.
Mr Makoda said the holiday begins on June 4, with boarding students observing the break until June 15. Day students are expected to return on June 16.
