Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board Begins Excess Refunds for 2026 Hajj Pilgrims
By Editor
The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has commenced the payment of excess refunds to one hundred and nine (109) pilgrims who made initial deposits of ₦8,500,000 and ₦8,440,000 for the 2026 Hajj exercise.
The Director General of the Board, Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in his office today. He explained that a total of five hundred and ninety-three (593) pilgrims made their initial deposits before the official announcement of the final Hajj fare, making them eligible for refunds where applicable.
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Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa called on the remaining affected pilgrims to visit the Board’s office to collect their balance promptly, stressing the importance of doing so before the commencement of airlifting operations.
On the progress of registrations, the Director General revealed that three thousand six hundred and seven (3,607) pilgrims have so far been registered for the 2026 Hajj exercise. He further disclosed that the Board has already remitted over ₦23 billion to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) on behalf of the registered pilgrims.
The Director General also urged pilgrims who are yet to submit their international passports to do so without delay to enable timely visa processing and other necessary arrangements.
He commended the Kano State Government for its continued support and commitment to the welfare of pilgrims in the state.
