Kwara State Pilgrims Depart for 2026 Hajj in Saudi Arabia

On Friday, the third batch of 557 pilgrims from Kwara State departed for Saudi Arabia as part of the 2026 Hajj exercise, with the total number of pilgrims airlifted from the state reaching 1,487. The departure occurred at 10:09 AM from Babatund Idi Agbon International Airport aboard a Max Air flight.

Jumok Jimoh, addressing the pilgrims shortly before their departure, emphasized the importance of responsible conduct throughout their stay in Saudi Arabia. Abdulsalam Abdulkadir, the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Muslim Pilgrim Welfare Board, urged pilgrims to remain law-abiding and disciplined, focusing on the spiritual purpose of the pilgrimage.

He cautioned against actions that could tarnish the image of the state and country. The Chairman of the Board, Moshood Mahmud Jimba, expressed satisfaction with the smooth coordination of the airlift operations and assured that measures were in place to ensure the safe transport of all pilgrims.