Press Release
The Director-General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa, disclosed this during a meeting held today with Ulama (Islamic scholars) who will lead the induction courses at the various centers.
Represented by the Director of Administration and General Services, Alhaji Yusif A. Muktar, the Director-General stated that the meeting is a cornerstone for the success of the training, emphasizing the importance of the Ulama’s participation.
In his remarks, the Director of Hajj Operations, Alhaji Muhammed Ghali Muhammed, emphasized that preparations for this year’s Hajj operations have officially begun. He urged the Ulama in the state to intensify prayers for the successful execution of the Hajj activities.
Earlier, the Director of Propagation, Education, and Enlightenment, Alhaji Murtala Lawan Sani, announced the designated centers where pilgrims can attend induction courses nearest to their local government areas on weekends.
The categorized centers are as follows:
1. *Bichi* *Center* : Covers Dawakin-Tofa, Bagwai, Tsanyawa, Ghari, Dambatta, and Makoda Local Government Areas.
2. Gwarzo *Center* : Includes Rogo, Kiru, Karaye, and Shanono Local Government Areas.
3. *School* *for* *Arabic* *Studies* *Center* : Covers Municipal, Gwale, Nasarawa, Fagge, Dala, Tarauni, Ungogo, and Kumbotso Local Government Areas.
4. Rimin Gado *Center* : Covers Tofa, Kabo, and Madobi Local Government Areas.
5. Wudil *Center* : Comprises Gaya, Ajingi, Warawa, Takai, Sumaila, Albasu, and Garko Local Government Areas.
6. Gezawa *Center* : Covers Gabasawa and Minjibir Local Government Areas.
7. Kura *Center* : Includes Bebeji, Garin Malam, and Dawakin Kudu Local Government Areas.
8. *Rano* *Center* : Covers Kibiya and Bunkure Local Government Areas.
9. Doguwa *Center* : Includes Tudun Wada Local Government Area.
The Board appeals to all prospective pilgrims to ensure they attend the induction courses at their respective centers.
Signed:
Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi
Public Relations Officer