Press release
The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris (Kauran Gwandu), has approved the constitution of a State Government Delegation/Committee for the 2026 Hajj Exercise.
This was contained in a letter issued by the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, dated 9th April, 2026, conveying the Governor’s approval for the composition of the delegation to oversee and coordinate Hajj operations for the state.
According to the approval, Alhaji Ahmad Jafar Jega has been appointed as Chairman and Amirul Hajj. Other members of the delegation include prominent government officials, traditional title holders, and key stakeholders drawn from across the state.
The committee is mandated to ensure effective coordination of all Hajj-related activities, liaise with relevant agencies, and safeguard the welfare of Kebbi State pilgrims throughout the exercise.
The terms of reference of the delegation include ensuring compliance with all agreements between the State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, the National Hajj Commission ( NAHCON), and airline operators; liaising with the State Pilgrims Welfare Agency on all matters relating to Hajj operations; and supervising the overall conduct of the 2026 Hajj with a view to advising the government on improved future operations.
Members of the 2026 Hajj Committee are as follows:
1. Ahmad Jafar Jega (Chairman/Amirul Hajj)
2. Hon. Hussaini Sulaiman Kangiwa
3. Sen. Bala Ibn. Na-Allah
4. Umar Muhammad Hadejia (Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State)
5. Abubakar Muhammad Kana
6. Babale Umar Yauri
7. Hon. Garba Muhammad Bena
8. Hon. Sulaiman Fana
9. Aliyu Bello Muh’d (Magajin Rafin Gwandu)
10. Dr. Haliru Bala Jikan-Daudu
11. Zayyanu Bello Haruna Rasheed
12. Hon. Halima Muhammad Bande
13. Hon. Halima Hassan Kamba
14. Mustapha Usman Ka’oje
15. Muhammad Arzika Bawa (Sarkin Kabin Jega)
16. Umar Ahmed Saraki
17. Kadi Sadiq Usman Mukhtar
18. Justice Nuraddeen Muhammad and
19. Sahabi Boyi Gemu (Secretary).
Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Kebbi State 2026 Hajj Delegation, Alhaji Ahmad Jafar Jega, a former Comptroller General of the Nigeria Correctional Service, this Friday, undertook an inspection visit to the Hajj Camp in Birnin Kebbi.
He was conducted round the facility by the Executive Chairman of the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Alhaji Faruku Musa Yaro (Enabo), to assess the level of preparedness ahead of the exercise.
Alhaji Jega expressed satisfaction with the state of facilities and the level of preparedness by the Pilgrims Welfare Agency.
He commended the leadership of Alhaji Faruku Musa Yaro for the commitment shown in ensuring a hitch-free Hajj operation, noting that the arrangements on ground reflect a strong readiness to deliver a successful exercise.
He also conveyed his profound appreciation to Governor Nasir Idris for the confidence reposed in him and members of the delegation.
He assured that the committee would work diligently to justify the trust placed in them and ensure a smooth and successful 2026 Hajj exercise for all pilgrims from Kebbi State.
Signed:
Yahaya Sarki
Special Adviser (SA) Media and Publicity to the Governor of Kebbi State
17/4/2026
