As the Hajj 2023 comes to an end for Nigerian pilgrims, the Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), a civil society organisation that monitors and reports Hajj and Umrah activities, has called for a quick review of this year’s Hajj operations with a view to taking proactive measures that will ensure a smooth 2024 Hajj. “We acknowledge the efforts and support jointly extended to the cause of the 2023 Hajj exercise by the Nigerian Hajj Stakeholders, especially the apex Hajj regulatory body – the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), States Muslim Pilgrims Boards and Agencies, appointed Hajj Carriers, security agencies, para-military establishments, NGOs, and volunteers, in making 2023 Hajj a relative success,” the organization declared. The CSO added that it equally noted the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, his Vice, Kashim Shettima, and other diplomatic officials towards the success of the 2023 Hajj. IHR, however, advised that the challenges of poor services experienced in the 2023 Hajj must be reviewed and addressed with a view to avoiding similar unfair experiences. “Sentiments and self-interest should take a back seat in the planning of the 2024 Hajj,” the statement said.

Source: Nigerian Tribune August 01, 2023 22:07 UTC