Kebbi State Completes Visa Issuance for 2026 Hajj Pilgrims

The Kebbi State Pilgrim Welfare Agency has completed the visa issuance for pilgrims intending to embark on the 2026 Hajj, marking a significant milestone in the preparations for the annual pilgrimage. Alhaji Faruku Yaro, the Executive Chairman of the agency, and Alhaji Faruku Jabbo, the Director of ICT, disclosed this information during a briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Monday.

The completion of the visa issuance process is a crucial step that allows pilgrims adequate time to finalize their travel arrangements to Saudi Arabia. Yaro commended the support from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and acknowledged the dedication of the agency's staff, noting that a joint committee worked tirelessly to complete the documentation process.

The agency reaffirmed its commitment to providing guidance and logistical support to ensure a smooth and hitch-free Hajj experience for the pilgrims from Kebbi State.