The first batch of 259 Muslim pilgrims from Sokoto State, on Monday arrived Nigeria from Saudi Arabia after a successful 2018 Hajj. Tambuwal, speaking through Mani Maishinku, congratulated the pilgrims for a successful Hajj exercise. “I urge you to always utilise the lessons learnt during the Hajj exercise in all your future practice, as such will bring more successes in your affairs. Speaking, some of the pilgrims commended the state government and the pilgrim’s welfare board for their dedication to the success of the exercise. They expressed satisfaction with all the arrangements made since their departure from Sokoto to Saudi Arabia and back.

Source: Punch August 27, 2018 16:30 UTC