Hajj: $200 million upgrade plan for Muna excites Nigerian pilgrims

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The Muna tent city, a temporary residence for pilgrims during the Hajj, is a crucial stopover for three days before proceeding to Jamarat for the symbolic stoning of the devil ritual.

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The subpar conditions in the tents have been a subject of concern, prompting calls for improvement and upgrading of the facilities to ensure a more comfortable and safe experience for pilgrims. “I wasn’t sure human beings could live in that manner. The arrangement at the camp was not conducive at all,” Hakimi Mamman, a Nigerian pilgrim, said,

However, some pilgrims praised the swift action Ithraa Alkhair took to address the challenging situation in Muna and transform it into a more comfortable and enjoyable living space for future pilgrims. Mr Bago also advocated for decentralising the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria , proposing that state governments take on more responsibility for managing certain aspects of their pilgrims’ experiences.”

 

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