Press Release
The Chairman Yobe state pligrims Commission has informed the general public that it has started disbursement of refunds amounting to N123,748,080, (one hundred and twenty three million, seven Hundred and fourty-eight eighty Naira) to States’ 2023 Hajj Pilgrims.
The refunds is pertain to the Masha’ir electricity services not rendered properly by the Saudi Authorities during the 2023 Hajj exercise.
This refund underscores commission commitment, under the leadership of its Exacutive Chairman mai Aliyu Usman, to uphold transparency and accountability in the management of Hajj operations.
All Pilgrims who participated in the 2023 Hajj are advised to contact their respective state headquarter and local government fare collectors to claim their refunds.
Each Pilgrim, is entitled to receive a refund of N61,080.00. (Sixty One Thousand, Eighty Naira only). A detailed breakdown of the number of Pilgrims of State and the corresponding amounts is attached to this press statement.
The Commission hereby calls upon all 2025 Hajj intending Pilgrims to promptly deposit their 2025 Hajj fares with their respective office and local government Pilgrims Boards. This measure is essential to ensure the timely transmission of funds to commission, thereby facilitating early arrangements of the 2025 Hajj in strict compliance with the guidelines set forth by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
In the interest of transparency and due process, commission calls upon the DSS and and other relevant security agencies to closely monitor the refund process. This collaboration aims to ensure that all refunds are appropriately disbursed and reached the intended beneficiaries without any discrepancy
Suleiman Alh sabo information officer yobe state pligrims commission
