The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has directed all registered intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj to submit their valid international passports on or before August 7 to facilitate the processing of their travel documents.
The directive was issued by the Director-General of the board, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim-Matawalle, in a statement released on Tuesday by the board’s Public Relations Officer, Suleiman Dederi.
According to the statement, passport collection commenced on August 3 as part of preparations for the 2027 pilgrimage.
“The submission commenced on August 3 to enable the board to begin documentation and other administrative processes required for the 2027 Hajj exercise,” Ibrahim-Matawalle said.
He explained that early submission of passports would enable the board to complete documentation on time and meet deadlines set by the relevant authorities.
“Early submission of passports is necessary to ensure the timely processing of travel documents and compliance with deadlines set by the relevant authorities,” he stated.
The director-general urged all registered intending pilgrims to comply with the directive within the stipulated period to avoid delays in processing their travel documents.
He also reaffirmed the board’s commitment to ensuring a smooth and successful Hajj operation.
“We urge all registered intending pilgrims to cooperate with the board throughout the preparation process to ensure a hitch-free 2027 Hajj exercise,” Ibrahim-Matawalle added.
