Kwara announces N8.4m for 2025 hajj fee, sets deadline for payment
Alhaji Abdulkadri Abdulsalam, the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, has announced Friday, April 11, 2025, as the deadline for all payments related to Hajj 2025 for intending pilgrims from the state.
Abdulsalam made the announcement during an interview on Sobi FM, where he addressed several crucial aspects of the upcoming pilgrimage.
Alhaji Abdulsalam confirmed that the total cost for this year’s Hajj is ₦8,459,000, urging all intending pilgrims who have made part-payments to ensure they settle their balances before the deadline, stressing that no extensions will be granted.
“The Board will not accept any payments after this date,” he declared.
The secretary also urged pilgrims to submit their international passports for visa processing without delay, noting that only valid passports with a minimum of six months validity will be accepted to avoid complications.
On the conduct of pilgrims, Alhaji Abdulsalam advised them to maintain exemplary behaviour throughout their journey, reminding them that they represent not only themselves but also Kwara State while emphasizing the importance of upholding high standards of morality and decorum during the pilgrimage.
The Secretary also announced that the Board would soon provide dates for mandatory enlightenment programmes and vaccination exercises. These sessions will focus on Hajj rites, travel protocols, and health requirements, ensuring pilgrims are well-prepared for their spiritual journey.
Furthermore, Alhaji Abdulsalam disclosed that Max Air will serve as the official airline for transporting Kwara State pilgrims. The Board is working closely with the airline to ensure a comfortable and timely airlift for all participants.
He, however, reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to facilitating a smooth and successful Hajj exercise for all pilgrims from Kwara State and encouraged anyone with inquiries to reach out to the Board’s office for clarification on any aspect of the pilgrimage process.
