The Edo Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has instructed 2025 Hajj pilgrims to pay an initial deposit of N8.4 million each, pending the final announcement from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).
Ibrahim Oyarekhua, the board’s chairperson, gave the directive on Sunday while speaking with journalists in Benin.
He explained that early deposits were necessary due to Saudi Arabia’s new policy, which required payments to be made two months before Arafat Day.
Mr Oyarekhua…
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