
KADUNA GOVERNMENT SETS NEW STANDARD IN PILGRIMS’ WELFARE AHEAD OF 2026 HAJJ OPERATIONS
The Kaduna State Government under the leadership of His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani, intensified preparations for the 2026 Hajj exercise as part of its commitment to pilgrims’ welfare and quality service delivery. Ahead of the inaugural flight scheduled for Wednesday, 13th May 2026, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Malam Sani Kila, alongside the Special Adviser on Islamic Affairs, Ustaz Abdulrahman Hunain, conducted an inspection tour of the Kaduna State Hajj Transit Camp to assess the level of preparedness for the exercise.
During the visit, the delegation expressed satisfaction with the state of facilities and operational arrangements at the transit camp, describing it as one of the most modern and best-equipped Hajj transit facilities in Nigeria. The Chief of Staff commended Governor Uba Sani for prioritizing the welfare of intending pilgrims and providing the necessary support that strengthened the Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency and improved service delivery.
The delegation toured accommodation facilities, medical units, registration and documentation centers, feeding areas, security arrangements, and luggage handling sections. Malam Sani Kila emphasized the importance of professionalism, discipline, and proper coordination among officials and service providers, stressing that Kaduna State remained committed to ensuring a smooth, safe, and successful pilgrimage exercise for all intending pilgrims.
Also speaking during the visit, Ustaz Abdulrahman Hunain applauded the level of organization and urged intending pilgrims to cooperate with officials and pray for peace, unity, and progress in Kaduna State and Nigeria.
The inspection visit reflected the administration’s determination to deliver a seamless Hajj operation while further positioning Kaduna State as one of the leading states in Hajj administration and pilgrims’ welfare in Nigeria.



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