The second batch of graduates of the Hajj Institute of Nigeria – initiated by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, has completed the training programme with the award of professional certificates to 54 participants.
A statement on Wednesday by NAHCON’s Deputy Director, Information and Publications Division, Mousa Ubandawaki, disclosed that the graduation ceremony marked the climax of the one-month physical and virtual study for NAHCON and State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board Officials, who undertook professional training in Strategic Management of Hajj and Umrah.
Speaking at the graduation ceremony, which was attended by a former Chairman/CEO of the commission, Abdullahi Mukhtar, and the Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja, Prof. Abdulrasheed Na’Allah, the acting Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Jalal Arabi, challenged the graduating students to translate their knowledge into positive development that would ensure improved performance and better deal for Nigerian pilgrims.
Arabi said, “My warmest congratulations to you all. I want to commend your commitment, dedication and thirst to acquire knowledge which has seen you complete your programme successfully. As alumni of this Institute, you are now equipped with valuable skills and knowledge that are crucial for the effective management of Hajj and Umrah operations.
“As professionals, I charge you to develop strategies on how to deliver effective and efficient services to pilgrims. It is a task that must be done. Secondly, you need to find what strategy to adopt – short, medium or long-term, to ensure a hassle-free pilgrimage for all our Muslim brothers and sisters.
“As you are aware, preparations for Hajj 2024 have begun. It is our responsibility that Muslims from Nigeria successfully perform the Hajj. The Saudi authorities have provided a calendar with a timeline. Let us, therefore, work diligently and with dedication to meet the deadline.”
