The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) says in spite of the cancellation of the 2021 Hajj for intending pilgrims by the authority of Saudi Arabia it assured intending Hajj Pilgrims from the country of getting their deposits made since 2019.
Alhaji Zikrullah Kunle Hassan, Chairman of the Commission gave the assurance at a One-Day seminar organised for information offices, state Public relations officers, Spokespersons and Head of media at pilgrim’s welfare boards by the commission.
He further said those who wish to roll-over in anticipation of the next Hajj can retain their deposit with the state welfare boards or migrate their monies Hajj Savings Scheme with Jaiz Bank”.
The event with a theme “Hajj, Communications and COVID-19 Pandemic”, is for the participants to understand the importance of managing expectations and the backlash of the two failed Hajj season, equip them with current and timely information, sourcing accurate news through the right channel by all States information managers against the syndrome fake news.
Zikrullah who expressed sadness by the outburst of the cancellation of 2021 hajj pilgrimage described the situation as ‘near turbulence” He said, it is imperative that COVID-19 might not leave any time soon but a strong wishful thinking, however, if a large percent of football viewers in Europe can manage this, it is better for hajj managers to take a queue on to avoid further cancellation.
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