Plateau State successfully airlifts 1,138 pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- The Plateau State Government has successfully airlifted 1,138 pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj.
- The final batch of pilgrims departed from the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport in Bauchi.
- The government, in collaboration with stakeholders, ensured adequate arrangements for a smooth pilgrimage exercise.
Plateau State has marked a significant milestone in its Hajj operations, successfully airlifting 1,138 intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage. The Plateau Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, through its Executive Secretary Alhaji Daiyabu Dauda, announced the completion of the airlift, with the final group departing from the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport in Bauchi. This achievement underscores the state's commitment to facilitating the spiritual journey for its Muslim residents.
The board in collaboration with relevant stakeolders and agencies, made adequate arrangements to ensure a hitch-free exercise.
The board highlighted that the entire process was managed with meticulous planning and collaboration. Working closely with various stakeholders and relevant agencies, the Plateau State Government ensured that all necessary arrangements were in place to guarantee a seamless and hitch-free exercise for the pilgrims. This coordinated effort reflects a dedication to the welfare and spiritual needs of the pilgrims, aiming to provide them with a conducive environment for their sacred journey.
He thanked Governor Caleb Mutfwang for his support and commitment towards the welfare of the pilgrims.
Alhaji Daiyabu Dauda expressed gratitude to Governor Caleb Mutfwang for his unwavering support and commitment to the welfare of the pilgrims. He also took the opportunity to offer counsel to the pilgrims embarking on this significant spiritual undertaking. Dauda urged them to remain law-abiding and to remain mindful of the profound spiritual significance of the Hajj while in the Holy Land. This guidance aims to ensure that the pilgrims not only fulfill their religious obligations but also conduct themselves with the decorum befitting the sacred occasion.
Dauda also urged the pilgrims to be law-abiding and conscious of the spiritual significance of Hajj while in the Holy land.
Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.