Tinubu flags off inaugural airlift of 2024 Hajj pilgrims in Kebbi

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday, in Kebbi State, flagged-off the inaugural airlift of 2024 Hajji exercise from Nigeria to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The grand ceremony took place at Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport in Birnin Kebbi with eminent Nigerians in attendance.

The president, who was represented by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, asked the pilgrims to pray for peace, unity and progress of the country. He charged the pilgrims to abide by all rules and regulations of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and urged them to avoid any illicit act capable of affecting the integrity of their hajj.

The President approved the release of N90 billion to subsidize the cost of pilgrimage for this year’s hajj.” Delivering his speech, the Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, said this year's Hajj signified a sacred journey for thousands of devoted pilgrims who embarked on a spiritual voyage to the Holy Land. He explained that Hajj is a time to honour tradition that holds great significance for Muslims around the world.

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