Mahmoud Launches Inaugural Flight for FCT Pilgrims

On [date not specified], Mahmoud flagged off the inaugural flight for FCT pilgrims at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. During the farewell ceremony, Mahmoud urged the intending pilgrims to uphold values of discipline and patriotism, describing the commencement of the airlift operations as a historic moment that reflects the commitment of the FCT administration to ensure a smooth, safe, and successful Hajj exercise.

Mahmoud expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering support and reaffirmed the administration's commitment to the renewed hope agenda of the present administration. She commended Minister Nyesom Wike for his steadfast support in placing the FCT at the forefront of Hajj administration in Nigeria.

Mahmoud emphasized the spiritual significance of Hajj as one of the five pillars of Islam and urged pilgrims to conduct themselves as worthy ambassadors of Nigeria and the FCT in Saudi Arabia. She advised pilgrims to safeguard their travel documents, particularly their passports and Nusuk cards, warning that losing these could lead to serious inconveniences, including denial of access to Hajj activities.