The Borno State pilgrims of HAJJ 2024 have been supported with N521.4m to cover the cost of (Hadaya) animal sacrifice obligatory on all Muslim pilgrims and Basic Travel Allowance (BTA) differentials.
The Chairman of Borno’s 2024 Amirul Hajj committee and Senator representing Borno Central, Kaka Shehu Lawan, disclosed Wednesday that the Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum gave the approval of the said amount.
The senator explained that N261 million was earmarked for the purchase of sacrificial animals, while N260.4 million was set aside as Basic Travel Allowance differential for the pilgrims.
niunnk.balance up the BTA of pilgrims to round it up to five hundred dollars per person” He added.
He remarked that Borno State government has maintained a consistent record of supporting its citizens embarking on religious pilgrimage.
Senator Kaka Shehu also stated that all pilgrims from the state are hale and hearty and ready to commence the Hajj rituals on Friday.
The senator maintained that the committee has recorded tremendous successes in all sectors of the exercise, appreciating Governor Babagana Zulum for his support and cooperation by members of the Hajj team.
