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By GARBA MUHAMMAD, Kaduna
The Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has secured quality accommodation in Makkah for its 2025 Hajj pilgrims. This was disclosed by Malam Buhari Marabar Jos, a member of the Special Committee on the Agency, upon his return from Saudi Arabia.
He confirmed the facilities meet the standards set by both NAHCON and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj.
Meanwhile, a delegation led by the Agency's Executive Chairman, Malam Salihu Abubakar, remains in Saudi Arabia to finalize arrangements.
Malam Buhari emphasized Governor Uba Sani?s commitment to pilgrims? welfare and encouraged continued participation in the Agency?s weekly Hajj enlightenment programs, especially considering the significant N8 million investment by each pilgrim.