The Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board says it has so far refunded Hajj fares amounting to over 50 million naira to the state’s 2026 intending pilgrims, following the reduction of Hajj seats announced by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).
The Director General of the board, Alhaji Ahmed Umar Labbo made this known to newsmen in Dutse, the state capital.
According to him, the refund is for the state intending pilgrims who had already paid for their Hajj seats to the board before the reduction of fares.
Ahmed Labbo said, NAHCON has revised cost for the Northern zone which now stands at over 7.6 million naira, adding that, the refund is a directive from the National Hajj Commission following the substantial reduction of the next year’s Hajj exercise.
He commended the board’s zonal officers for the swift collection of application forms and details from the prospective pilgrims.
While commenting on the preparations of 2026 Hajj operations, Labbo pointed out that, the board is working tirelessly to secure the best arrangements for the state contingent in Saudi Arabia.
The DG also appealed to all intending pilgrims to ensure they pay for their Hajj seats on or before December 24th 2025.
Ahmed Labbo expressed gratitude to Governor Umar Namadi for his continuous support and unwavering commitment to the board.
Usman Mohammed Zaria
