In a significant move to prioritize the welfare of Kano State pilgrims, Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa, the Director General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, has announced the refund of over N375,397,680 to pilgrims who took part in the 2023 Hajj.
This generous compensation comes as a result of an agreement between Saudi Arabian authorities and the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), following the power outage that disrupted the pilgrimage at Mina.
A total of 6,146 pilgrims from Kano State were part of the 2023 Hajj, each set to receive a refund of N61,080. According to the Board’s Public Relations Officer, Sulaiman A. Dederi, the disbursement process is being conducted with the utmost transparency.
All refunds will be directly transferred to the pilgrims’ bank accounts, ensuring a seamless and error-free transaction.
Alhaji Danbappa reassured the public that the Board remains committed to the welfare of all pilgrims, continuously striving for the highest standards of service.
In addition, he called on Local Government Hajj Center Officers to ramp up efforts in promoting the sale of Hajj seats for the upcoming pilgrimage, expressing concern over the slow progress in sales.
His plea highlights the importance of collective action to ensure efficient operations and the best possible experience for future pilgrims.