Sokoto Pilgrims Agency Rolls Out Mandatory Hajj Education Programme
By Abdulrazaq Auwal
The Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has rolled out a mandatory statewide Hajj education programme as part of its strategic preparations for the 2026 pilgrimage.
The initiative, which will be implemented across all 23 local government areas of the state, is designed to provide intending pilgrims with comprehensive guidance on Hajj rites, operational procedures, and expected conduct throughout the pilgrimage.
In a statement issued by the Head of Information and Communications, Faruku Umar, the agency said the programme would be coordinated by its Da’awah and Irshad Unit in collaboration with the State 2026 Hajj Preachers Committee.
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According to the agency, the exercise is scheduled to commence on April 8, 2026, and will focus on critical aspects of the pilgrimage, including compliance with Islamic teachings and adherence to regulatory frameworks governing Hajj operations in both Nigeria and Saudi Arabia.
The agency stressed that participation in the programme is compulsory for all intending pilgrims, noting that the sessions are structured to equip them with the knowledge required for a seamless and spiritually fulfilling Hajj experience.
It further called for full cooperation and active engagement from all stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of the programme and overall efficiency in the state’s Hajj operations.
