Tinubu Approved N90bn To Subsidise Cost Of 2024 Hajj – Shettima

President Bola Tinubu approved N90 billion to finance the cost of the 2024 Hajj pilgrimage, according to Vice-President Kashim Shettima.

Speaking on Wednesday, May 15, at the Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport in Birnin Kebbi, the capital of Kebbi, during the 2024 inaugural hajj airlift, Shettima stated that Tinubu placed a high value on religious pilgrimage.

He thinks that it is essential in helping people modify their social vices outside of the hajj ritual.

He said; “You may recall that this year, we had a major challenge in announcing the final hajj fare for the 2024 Muslim pilgrimage due to fluctuation in foreign exchange rates.

“President Bola Tinubu also worked round the clock to control the downward spiral of our local currency to bring relief to our pilgrims and other Nigerians.

“A move that eventually succeeded in lowering the fare. The President approved the release of N90 billion to subsidise the cost of pilgrimage for this year’s hajj.

“Due to this high regard, the government took time to carefully select men of integrity with administrative acumen and records of selfless dedication to manage the affairs of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria in the interest of Nigerian pilgrims.

“Government at the highest level monitors all arrangements meant for the well-being of our pilgrims both in Saudi Arabia and within the country before embarking on the journey.

“We are aware of the provision put in place for the safety, security and comfort of the Nigerian contingent to the 2024 hajj of our pilgrims. Indeed, it is through our collective prayers and individual contributions that our country will prosper.”

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