A total of 5,000 Ghanaian pilgrims will be airlifted to Mecca for Hajj this year.This was dismissed by President John Dramani Mahama.
Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony for the Hajj village on Friday, February 28, 2025.The president stressed the need for all stakeholders to adhere to the set deadline for payments and ensure that all necessary arrangements are in place.
He disclosed that a pre-finance arrangement has been facilitated with a local bank, ensuring that all deposits for accommodation, transport, and other facilities have been paid.
He also stated that he has asked the task force to strictly adhere to the 5,000-pilgrim limit.This, he said, is to prevent any last-minute rush and complications.
“This year, we intend to airlift exactly 5,000 pilgrims to the holy land, and the task force has announced 13th March as the deadline for payment.”
“I’ve instructed the hard task force that they should cut off at exactly 5,000 and not go beyond 5,000. We don’t want the previous situation where people rush with late payments, and we are unable to airlift them and become complaining,” he added.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
