The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh, has stated that Nigerians, especially intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj operation, will appreciate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and NAHCON based on the outcome of the pilgrimage.
He also assured that he would not let President Tinubu and Nigerians down in his determination to successfully deliver the 2025 Hajj exercise.
Speaking on Tuesday, he emphasized that the commission is committed to fulfilling its mandate, particularly regarding the 2025 Hajj operation.
“In accordance with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, we are dedicated to upholding the ideals and principles that have guided the commission over the years,” he said.
According to him, “Arrangements have been put in place to ensure that the 2025 Hajj remains inviolable, and all registered pilgrims will receive value for their money.”
He further stated, “The commission is already making significant progress in its commitment to improving the Hajj experience for all Nigerian pilgrims.
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“I want to assure His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, that NAHCON, under my leadership, will not let him or Nigerians down, as the 2025 Hajj exercise remains inviolable,” he said.
“I also assure Nigerians, especially the intending pilgrims, that they will appreciate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and NAHCON based on the outcome of the 2025 Hajj.
“The president is staying true to his word and providing us with all the necessary support. We will not take his trust for granted, nor will we rest on our oars.
“Therefore, we must express our gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for entrusting us with the responsibility of managing pilgrimage affairs.
“The commission has recorded several successes, notably the recovery of over five billion naira for services that were not rendered to pilgrims during the 2023 Hajj, demonstrating our commitment to accountability and safeguarding Nigerian pilgrims’ interests.
“We have also been collaborating with the Nigeria Immigration Service to ensure the timely issuance of passports for intending pilgrims.
“We are gradually implementing significant initiatives to ensure the smooth conduct of the 2025 Hajj exercise, particularly in providing adequate welfare services to our pilgrims.”
However, Professor Abdullahi Saleh called on stakeholders to continue supporting the commission’s initiatives.
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