MURIC criticises Kebbi govt over loan taken to fund hajj exercise
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has criticised the Kebbi State Government over its decision to borrow funds to sponsor the state’s Hajj operations, describing the move as inappropriate and fiscally irresponsible.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, MURIC argued that taking loans to fund religious activities places an unnecessary burden on public finances, especially at a time when states are struggling to meet basic obligations such as salary payments and infrastructure development.
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The group stressed that while Hajj is an important religious obligation for Muslims, it should be funded by individual pilgrims rather than through public borrowing. MURIC warned that such decisions could deepen the state’s debt profile and affect service delivery.
According to the organisation, government resources and loans should be prioritised for critical sectors including education, healthcare, and security.
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The group urged the Kebbi State Government to reconsider the policy and adopt more sustainable approaches to managing Hajj logistics without resorting to borrowing.
As of the time of filing this report, the Kebbi State Government had not responded to MURIC’s criticism.
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