NAHCON boss inspects readiness of flights departing Abuja today
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Chairman, Alhaji Zikirullah Kunle Hassan, Friday visited the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to monitor the readiness of flights converging pilgrims to Madinah for the 2022 Hajj.
Second and third batches of Nigerian pilgrims from Nasarawa State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) respectively were scheduled to be flown on Friday by Max Air and FlyNas correspondingly.
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This was disclosed by Fatima Sanda Usara, AD, Public Affairs, NAHCON.
Immediately after landing from Maiduguri from the inaugural flight activity, the NAHCON Chairman, proceeded to the Hajj terminal of the airport to monitor the progress of the screening and other arrangements on ground.
The Chairman addressed the pilgrims where he assured them that his team has worked hard to make sure they get the proper reception they deserve and throughout their stay in Saudi Arabia.
He admonished them and prayed for their safe journey.
Alhaji Hassan was accompanied by the NAHCON Commissioner representing the North Central, Hajiya Halima Jibrin; Secretary to the Commission, Dr Rabi’u Kontagora; Director Inspectorate and Compliance, Alhaji Aliyu Shamaki; Deputy Director Finance, Hajiya Hauwa Bello; Legal Adviser, Alhaji Usman Mamza; Deputy Director Information and Publication, Hajiya Fatima Mustapha; Deputy Director Special Duties, Bashir Jazuli, Deputy Director Aviation, Engr Goni Sanda among others.
He also visited the FCT Hajj camp where he inspected proceedings at the campground.
The Chairman strongly encouraged staff of the National Drug Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Immigration as well as other camp and airport screening agents to do a thorough job to avoid any embarrassment in the holy land.
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