2025 Hajj: First Batch of Ghanaian Pilgrims Touch Down in Jeddah

The first batch of 425 Ghanaian Muslim pilgrims from the five regions of northern Ghana has safely arrived in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to perform the 2025 Hajj.

The pilgrims were flown directly from the Yakubu Tali International Airport (TIA) in Tamale to Jeddah on Saturday, May 10. Additional batches are expected to depart in the coming days as part of the preparations to send a total of 6,000 pilgrims from Ghana to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for this year’s pilgrimage.

This marks a significant increase from last year’s figure of 4,000 pilgrims from northern Ghana, reflecting a rise of 2,000 participants.

Government Officials Bid Farewell

The Chairman of the Interim Hajj Taskforce, Collins Dauda, along with the Northern Regional Minister, Adolf Ali John, the Minister of the Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, and the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, were present at the airport to bid farewell to the pilgrims. They were joined by other government officials who expressed well-wishes for a successful spiritual journey.

Adequate Arrangements for Pilgrims

Alhaji Dauda urged the pilgrims to remain disciplined and law-abiding during their stay in Saudi Arabia to ensure a smooth and successful pilgrimage. He assured them that adequate measures had been put in place to guarantee their safety and security in the holy land.

He added that arrangements had been made for daily meal services throughout their stay in Medina, alongside secured accommodations in standard hotels in Mecca.

Goodwill Messages and Prayers

Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, wished the pilgrims a safe and peaceful journey, assuring them of quality service and well-structured arrangements by the Hajj Taskforce. He also encouraged them to pray for peace and stability in Ghana to support national development.

The Northern Regional Minister, Adolf Ali John, also took the opportunity to advise the pilgrims on the steps required to perform a perfect Hajj, emphasizing the importance of following guidelines and observing the rituals diligently.

Some of the prospective pilgrims who spoke with Graphic Online expressed their satisfaction with the arrangements made by the Hajj agents and the Hajj committee, highlighting their confidence in the preparations for a smooth and successful pilgrimage.

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