By Usman Muhammed Zaria
Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board says it explored opportunities to improve pilgrims’ welfare through exposure to Saudi Arabia’s evolving real estate and infrastructure developments at the recently concluded 6th Hajj Conference and Exhibition in Jeddah.
The Director General of the board, Alhaji Ahmed Umar Labbo said the board’s participation in the international gathering provided an opportunity to observe developments in accommodation, urban planning and other facilities relevant to the organisation and management of Hajj operations.
Labbo, who also inspected a large scale residential development model at the Madina real estate exhibition, where he examined the project alongside Saudi participants.
According to him, the exhibition showcased real estate development concepts, including residential communities, infrastructure and modern urban planning, offering insights into the scale of development taking place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
He said, his engagement with such exhibitions highlights the importance of exposing state hajj administrators to emerging developments in Saudi Arabia, particularly those that could inform strategies for improving accommodation arrangements and the overall experience of Nigerian pilgrims.
“For Jigawa State, the knowledge gained from international Hajj platforms could provide useful perspectives for strengthening preparations, enhancing service delivery and identifying opportunities to improve the welfare of intending pilgrims”.
The DG said, the 6th hajj conference and exhibition brought together stakeholders from different countries, providing a platform for discussions, professional engagements and the presentation of innovations across the Hajj and Umrah ecosystem.
He noted that, participation in such gatherings also offers nigerian state pilgrims welfare agencies opportunities to understand changing operational requirements, establish relevant professional contacts and keep abreast of developments in the host country.
Labbo added that, as preparations for the 2027 Hajj approach, the experience offers a basis for considering new approaches to pilgrim accommodation, coordination and service delivery in Jigawa State.
The Pilgrims Boss participation underscores the relevance of international exposure and continuous institutional engagement in efforts to improve hajj administration and deliver better services to pilgrims.
Editing By Yusuf Zubairu
