Kano Pilgrims Board Supports Hajj Terminal with Equipment Donation
By Maikudi Muhammad Marafa
The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has donated metal chairs and standing fans to the Hajj Terminal at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport as part of its preparations for the 2026 Hajj operations.
The Director General of the Board, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim Matawalle, stated that the gesture is aimed at strengthening collaboration among key stakeholders and ensuring a smooth and successful Hajj exercise for pilgrims from Kano State.
He reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to providing maximum cooperation and support to airport authorities in order to achieve the set objectives for this year’s pilgrimage.
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In his remarks during an official visit, the Regional General Manager of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) at Kano Airport, Musa Okikiri, expressed appreciation for the donation. He assured that necessary arrangements would be put in place to facilitate seamless operations and support pilgrims throughout the Hajj exercise.
Okikiri explained that the donated chairs would be installed in the Hajj Terminal waiting area to enhance passenger comfort ahead of boarding procedures. He further reassured prospective pilgrims that improved operational measures have been introduced, noting that pilgrims are expected to spend no more than one hour at the reception area before departure.
This initiative highlights the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board’s ongoing commitment to improving the welfare and overall experience of pilgrims during the Hajj exercise.
