By Rabiu Sanusi
The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has urged all intending pilgrims from the state to strictly comply with the rules and regulations guiding the 2026 Hajj exercise, particularly the directive prohibiting the transportation of colanut and other contraband items to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Director General of the Board, Abubakar Ibrahim Matawalle, gave the warning after a meeting with security agencies and stakeholders on preparations for the forthcoming pilgrimage.
According to him, the restriction on colanut is part of directives issued by the Saudi Arabian authorities to ensure the safety, security and smooth conduct of Hajj operations.
He urged intending pilgrims from Kano State to cooperate fully with officials by refraining from carrying prohibited items during their journey.
Matawalle further advised pilgrims to strictly adhere to the rules and regulations of both the Saudi Arabian and Nigerian authorities to ensure a hitch-free Hajj exercise.
The Board reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all pilgrims from Kano State perform their religious obligations in a peaceful, orderly and lawful manner.
It also appealed to intending pilgrims to remain law-abiding, cooperate with security personnel and attend all scheduled orientation and enlightenment programmes organised by the Board ahead of their departure.