The Senate says it is poised to unraveling alleged extortion and imposition of charges, among other hardships inflicted on pilgrims by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). Chairman of the Committee, Sen. Adamu Aliero lamented that “there are tales of woes and sorrows by Nigerian pilgrims as it relates their accommodations, feedings, hajj fare and movements while in Saudi Arabia. “There were allegations of fraudulent extortion and imposition of charges by the National Hajj Commission through shoddy deals in accommodations, transport fare and feeding. “It is alleged that the Nigerian hajj fare is highest in Africa and one of the highest in the world. “Not only because we believe that God orders our steps and the course of the nation – but because we also know that this way, we can be better people, and a better country under God.

Source: Nigerian Tribune January 17, 2018 21:11 UTC