Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has cautioned intending Hajj pilgrims from the state to avoid prohibited substances capable of landing them into trouble or denting the country’s image.
Airlift of intending pilgrims from Kano kicked off, yesterday, with the first batch of 550 passengers set to depart Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) for King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Some 3,100 intending pilgrims registered with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to perform this year’s spiritual exercise from Kano.
Bidding the pilgrims farewell, Governor Yusuf reminded the pilgrims to be worthy ambassadors of Kano in particular and Nigeria at large while performing the spiritual exercise.
He warned the pilgrims against getting closer to any dangerous substance, especially items under the prohibition list of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Reminding the pilgrims of the Kingdom’s zero tolerance to theft, the governor added that there would not be any hiding place for any act of stealing.
“Avoid any act prohibited by the Saudi government, especially dangerous substances that can put you in serious trouble.”
In Saudi, there is no room for appeal on offences related to drug abuse. Please be mindful of your conduct.
“Theft is another critical offence prohibited in Saudi Arabia you need to be mindful about. There is a Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) camera almost everywhere. So, no hiding place. Above all, please pray for your country,” Yusuf noted.
Earlier, the Director-General, Kano State Pilgrims’ Welfare Board, Laminu Danbappa, had disclosed that the inaugural flight of Kano pilgrims with Max Airline was prepared for seamless operation.
Danbappa disclosed that pilgrims from Dala, Gwale, Ungogo and Fagge local councils were leading the journey with 550 passengers.
