Kebbi Bags Global Award For 2025 Hajj Operations
From : Ayodele Ajoge, Birnin-Kebbi
Kebbi State has bagged a gloal award for outstanding performance at the just concluded 2025 Hajj operations, clinching eight international awards of excellence in various sectors of the operations, as the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu Mera, was recognized as the Best Amirul Hajj in Nigeria for the year.
The Chairman of the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Alhaji Faruku Aliyu Yaro (Enabo), made this known during a special Walima reception held in Birnin Kebbi to mark the successful completion of the 2025 Hajj exercise.
According to Alhaji Faruku, Kebbi State excelled in eight critical areas, including Hadya (Sacrificial Animal) Administration, Muzdalifa and Arafat Operations, Pilgrims Conveyance, Feeding Services, Transport Management, Accommodation, Media and Information Dissemination, and Advance Committee Operations.
Alhaji Faruku expressed gratitude to all stakeholders for their immense support and commitment to the success of the exercise.
He credited the entire success of the Hajj to the unwavering support of Governor Nasir Idris and the contributions of his wives, Hajiya Nasare Nasir Idris and Hajiya Nafisa Nasir Idris, for the overall welfare of Kebbi pilgrims.
The Amirul Hajj and leader of the Kebbi delegation, Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu Mera, thanked Governor Nasir Idris for the trust and confidence reposed in him and his team.
“I am delighted over the smooth conduct of the pilgrimage and the safe return of all pilgrims, except for one who is recuperating in Saudi Arabia and will be personally accompanied back by the Chairman,” he said.
The Emir commended all stakeholders, officials, and committee members for their dedication, resilience, and teamwork, which led to the outstanding success of the 2025 Hajj operations.
The event featured the presentation of awards to the various committees in recognition of their immense contribution to the success of the 2025 Hajj.
