The Jigawa State Government has approved the sum of ₦2.6 billion for the conduct of the 2026 Hajj exercise, aimed at ensuring the smooth transportation and welfare of intending pilgrims from the state.
The approval was announced by the Commissioner for Information, Sagir Musa, while briefing journalists on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting held on Wednesday in Dutse.
Musa said the funds would be deployed to cover key aspects of the pilgrimage, including airlift, accommodation, feeding, medical services, orientation programmes and other logistics.
“The approval is to facilitate smooth and efficient transportation as well as the welfare of intending pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj,” he said.
According to the commissioner, the allocation is designed to guarantee a seamless pilgrimage experience for all participants from the state.
“This is to ensure a hitch-free pilgrimage for pilgrims as they embark on the holy journey,” Musa stated.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to conducting the Hajj exercise in line with guidelines issued by Saudi Arabian authorities, assuring that transparency and accountability would guide the implementation process.
“The government is committed to ensuring a smooth Hajj operation in compliance with Saudi regulations, and transparency will be upheld in the utilisation of the funds,” he added.
Musa further disclosed that relevant agencies had been directed to collaborate closely to ensure that pilgrims are adequately supported throughout the exercise.
“All relevant agencies have been mandated to work together so that pilgrims can perform their religious obligations without unnecessary hardship,” he said.
