The Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced a significant reduction in the 2026 Hajj fare. Pilgrims will now pay N7,669,769, down from the original N8,457,685—a decrease of N787,916 made possible through the intervention of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, according to Director General of the Commission, Alhaji Ahmed Umar Labbo.
The reduced fare was disclosed after the signing of the 2026 Hajj Agreement between the Federal Government and the Holy Land Authority. Alhaji Labbo, who is currently in the Holy Land securing accommodations for Jigawa pilgrims in Mecca, said the commission has finalized all arrangements for the upcoming Hajj exercise.
Collection of Hajj fares for the 2026 exercise will close next month. The commission urges those who have not yet made deposits to do so promptly in order to obtain their visas on time. Alhaji Labbo also expressed appreciation for the cooperation and support provided by Governor Umar Namadi to the commission.
The fare reduction is expected to benefit many pilgrims from Jigawa State, allowing them to pay less for the religious journey. This announcement comes as a relief to those who faced the higher cost initially, enabling pilgrims to make necessary arrangements for the 2026 Hajj with greater ease.
The Hajj, a sacred pilgrimage in Islam, attracts millions of Muslims from around the world to the holy city of Mecca each year. The Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board’s efforts to lower costs and facilitate the pilgrimage process reflect the government’s commitment to supporting the religious practices of its people. As the 2026 Hajj approaches, the board’s announcement is likely to bring relief and excitement to intending pilgrims from Jigawa State.
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