By Umar Faruk Birnin Kebbl
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has refunded a total of N301.56 million to 4,936 pilgrims from Kebbi State who participated in the 2023 Hajj exercise. Each pilgrim will receive a refund of ₦61,080.
According to the Chairman of the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Faruku Aliyu Yaro Enabo (Jagaban Gwandu), the refund is being made in compliance with NAHCON's directive to compensate pilgrims for services that were not rendered during the 2023 Hajj.
The money has already been deposited into the account of the agency for onward distribution to the beneficiaries. The exercise will be fully monitored by the EFCC, ICPC, NSCDC, Police, DSS, and other related security agencies to ensure transparency and accountability.
Alhaji Faruku urged the Council Chairmen to monitor the exercise and ensure that all affected pilgrims receive their refunds without delay. He also encouraged prospective pilgrims for the upcoming 2025 Hajj to expedite their payments, as NAHCON has extended the payment deadline to the end of December 2024.
This refund is a significant development, demonstrating NAHCON's commitment to transparency and accountability in its operations. The refund process is expected to be completed soon, bringing relief to the affected pilgrims.
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