Governor Ahmed Aliyu has donated 1,000 Saudi Riyals, equivalent to about N450,000, to each of the 2,410 pilgrims from Sokoto State performing the 2026 Hajj in Saudi Arabia.
The announcement was made on Thursday night in Mina by the Sokoto State Amirul Hajj, Muhammad Mai Gari Dingyadi, who said the gesture was part of the governor’s efforts to support the pilgrims as they conclude the spiritual exercise.
According to Dingyadi, the financial assistance would help ease the pilgrims’ expenses as they prepare for their journey back to Nigeria.
“Governor Ahmed Aliyu has approved the donation of 1,000 Saudi Riyals to each pilgrim from Sokoto State as a Sallah package to support them during their stay and return journey,” he said.
The Amirul Hajj commended the pilgrims for their orderly conduct and respect for the laws of Saudi Arabia throughout the Hajj period.
“We are proud of the exemplary behaviour displayed by Sokoto pilgrims. None of them was involved in any violation of Saudi laws, and they have conducted themselves as worthy ambassadors of our state,” Dingyadi stated.
He urged the pilgrims to sustain the discipline and continue portraying Sokoto State positively until the completion of the pilgrimage.
Dingyadi also reiterated the commitment of the administration of Governor Ahmed Aliyu to the welfare of the people of the state.
“The present administration remains dedicated to improving the wellbeing of Sokoto citizens and ensuring continuous support for pilgrims and other residents of the state,” he added.
He further called on the pilgrims to offer prayers for peace, unity and progress in Sokoto State and Nigeria.
“I encourage all pilgrims to pray for the success of Governor Ahmed Aliyu’s administration and for Allah to restore lasting peace and security in Sokoto State and across the country,” he said.
