The Director General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Abubakar Matawalle, has confirmed that visas for all registered pilgrims from the state for the 2026 Hajj have been successfully received and printed.
The board’s Public Relations Officer, Sulaiman Dederi, confirmed the receipt of the visas in a statement on Thursday.
According to Dederi, the DG, who is currently in Saudi Arabia, confirmed the development.
“The Director General has assured the public that the board is not facing any challenges regarding visa processing for pilgrims from the state as the board has received their visas,” the statement read.
According to the DG, all registered pilgrims already have their visas printed and attached to their international passports.
Matawalle called on intending pilgrims and members of the public to disregard any rumours suggesting delays or problems with visa issuance.
He also urged them to avoid spreading or believing unverified information, fake links, or misleading messages that may cause confusion or unnecessary concern.
He further explained that officials of the State Pilgrims Welfare Board are currently in Saudi Arabia working tirelessly to ensure that all necessary arrangements are in place for a smooth and successful Hajj exercise for pilgrims from the state.
The board reassured all registered pilgrims that adequate preparations are ongoing to guarantee their welfare, safety, and proper coordination throughout the pilgrimage.
Matawalle also assured pilgrims that the Basic Travel Allowance (BTA) for intending pilgrims is currently being processed.
