The Nation Newspaper Hajj: Why pilgrims are paying N6.8m, N8.2m by NAHCON
The amount, the commission said, was for intending Hajj pilgrims that earlier paid N4.9 million. They will add a balance of N1.918,032 totaling N6,818,022. The commission said fresh applicants will pay N8.2 million.
The statement reads: “This show of support gives the commission hope that stakeholders would leave no stone unturned for the success of the forthcoming Hajj exercise. At this juncture, the commission finds it imperative to give clarity regarding the 2024 Hajj fare arrangements. “Considering the urgency of the situation, NAHCON was forced to explore various options, including encouraging State Governments and affluent individuals to intervene on behalf of their pilgrims. This window still remains open. This will complement the intervention of the Federal Government that went the extra mile to support the Nigerian Muslim pilgrims in the discharge of their religious obligation.
“While the Commission regrets the short notice, it has become inevitable due to Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah’s stern warning to Nigeria regarding the delay in adhering to the Hajj arrangement framework. Before now, NAHCON had pleaded for an extension which had been reluctantly granted and now the Ministry’s patience is wearing thin.
The Board Secretary, Mr. Saheed Onipede, said intending pilgrims who wish to pay the increment/fresh applicants are advised to raise their Bank draft from either Guaranteed Trust Bank or Zenith Bank for ease of transaction.
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