In a heartwarming gesture to mark the Eid-al-Adha celebration, Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has announced a donation of 1,000 Saudi Riyal—equivalent to approximately ₦450,000—to each of the 3,200 pilgrims from the state currently in Saudi Arabia for Hajj.
Governor Aliyu made the announcement on Saturday while addressing the Sokoto pilgrims in Mina, where he congratulated them on the successful completion of the Hajj rites.
He said the monetary gift was intended to provide financial support as the pilgrims prepare to return to Nigeria.
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The governor commended the Sokoto delegation for their exemplary conduct, noting that none of the state’s pilgrims were found violating Saudi Arabian laws during their stay.
Aliyu reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of all Sokoto residents, including those on religious pilgrimage.
He also extended special appreciation to the State Amirul Hajj, Alhaji Ummarun Kwabo, and the officials of the Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare Agency for their tireless efforts in coordinating a successful Hajj.
The governor urged the pilgrims to remember Nigeria in their prayers, especially in tackling the challenges of insecurity and national development.
