The Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board has inaugurated a committee responsible for collecting, reviewing and verifying the data of intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj operation as part of efforts to ensure a smooth and well-coordinated pilgrimage exercise.
In a statement by by the Public Relations Officer of the Board, Habibu Yusuf Babura, said, the Director-General of the Board, Alhaji Ahamed Umar Labbo, FIFA, NFI, inaugurated the committee at his office, emphasising the importance of accurate data collection and verification in the preparation for the forthcoming Hajj.
Alhaji Labbo disclosed that the committee at the headquarters would operate under the supervision of the Director of Operations, Mohammed Garba. The Director of Administration and Finance, Mohammed Umar Sambo, and the Chief Accountant, Muntari Mohammed, are also members of the committee.
He added that the committee comprises all zonal heads of the Board and their deputies across Jigawa State to ensure effective coordination and comprehensive verification of intending pilgrims’ records.
The Director-General stressed that the exercise is a critical component of Hajj preparations, particularly as the commencement of visa processing is expected in the coming period.
He urged the committee members to carry out their responsibilities diligently to ensure that all necessary information is accurately documented and verified.
Alhaji Labbo further disclosed that the Board had achieved approximately 40 per cent of its preparations for the 2027 Hajj operation, expressing confidence that the remaining activities would be carried out in line with the established schedule.
He also announced that the Board would soon release a timetable for sensitisation and orientation exercises for intending pilgrims across all zones and the 27 local government areas of the state.
The Director-General expressed appreciation to the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, His Excellency, Malam Umar Namadi, for his continued support and commitment to the welfare of pilgrims in the state. He reaffirmed the Board’s determination to sustain its efforts towards ensuring effective planning, proper coordination and improved service delivery for the 2027 Hajj operation.