*Photo: NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman (right) making his speech during his visit to the Oba*
The Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman has pleaded with Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos to help enlighten the Muslim Ummah about Hajj Savings Scheme and Hajj rites.
He made the plea on Wednesday afternoon in continuation of engagement with stakeholders, when he led NAHCON on a visit to the Oba at his palace in Lagos.
While making his remarks, NAHCON Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Usman sought the support of the traditional rulers in educating pilgrims about the Hajj rites and the civic responsibilities associated with it.
He also asked the Oba to help in telling the Muslim Umma about the Hajj Savings Scheme and its importance towards addressing challenges facing Hajj operation in Nigeria.
Responding, Oba Akiolu appreciated NAHCON for the visit, calling on the Chairman, his team and other Hajj managers to discharge their duties in line with the teaching of Islam.
