Sanwo-Olu’s Deputy Advises Intending Pilgrims Ahead Trip To Saudi Arabia

• Hamzat urges intending pilgrims from Lagos state to shun any deviant act at Saudi.

• …When you get to the Holy Land, let them see that you are of good conduct and that you understand the religion of Islam.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, has urged the Y2022 Hajj pilgrims from Lagos State to be good ambassadors and avoid any act that could cast the State and country in a negative light as they embark on the holy pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Hamzat gave the advice on Sunday at the Lagos State Pilgrims Welfare Board’s one-day Seminar and Special Prayers for Intending Pilgrims at the Blue Roof, Agidingbi, Ikeja, admonishing them to conduct themselves, represent the country well, and focus on the spiritual journey.

He said: “You are Ambassadors of Lagos State and Nigeria. When you get to the Holy Land, let them see that you are of good conduct and that you understand the religion of Islam. You should not fight but focus on the spiritual benefits you stand to gain from the pilgrimage”.

The Deputy Governor stated that the Lagos State Government has made all necessary arrangements to ensure that all intending pilgrims have a smooth and successful pilgrimage to and from the Holy Land. He also stated that the State Government has established and inaugurated various sub-committees to facilitate the pilgrimage and advised pilgrims to direct their inquiries to committee members.

He also urged attendees to pray for the peace and progress of the state in particular, as well as the country as a whole, as well as for the success of the Y2023 general election.

Earlier in his speech, the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Mr. Anofiu Olanrewaju Elegushi, stated that the State Ulamah educated and informed intending pilgrims about the Hajj process during weekly lectures held in all local government areas.

He went on to say that the lectures were recorded in order to allow aspiring pilgrims to see the hajj rites in real time before embarking on the journey.

While thanking the Governor and his deputy on behalf of the intending pilgrims for their love and support in ensuring maximum comfort for pilgrims in the Holy Land, Elegushi assured that the intending pilgrims will return the favor by praying fervently for the peace and progress of the State and country, as well as for their success.

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Further, the Commissioner urged all those who were unable to perform the hajj this year due to a lack of available slots to take heart and see the situation as Allah’s will.

Mr. Oluseyi Whenu, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, stated in his welcome address that the event was designed to adequately enlighten pilgrims on everything they need to know about Hajj rites, historical sites, offer prayers for a hitch-free exercise, and pray for the Governor and his Deputy’s success in the upcoming elections.

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