The Bauchi state governor, Bala Mohammed, has donated 300 Saudi Riyal, equivalent to approximately N124,000 to each of the over 2,000 pilgrims from Bauchi state currently performing the 2025 hajj.
The governor made the announcement during a visit to the Bauchi State pilgrims’ camp in Mina, Saudi Arabia, where he checked on the pilgrims’ wellbeing.
“I know you have endured a lot over the past few days while performing the hajj rites, so, I am donating 300 Riyal to each of you,” he said.
The Bauchi governor also urged the pilgrims to pray for Nigeria, particularly for peace, good governance, and sincerity in political leadership.
“We urge you to pray for our country and for peace to reign. Pray against deceitful politics and for sincerity in leadership. Saudi Arabia has demonstrated what good governance can achieve by organising a successful hajj. We believe Nigeria can reach such heights. We are doing our best to deliver good governance and hope to do more,” he added.