Jigawa Pilgrims Board Intensifies Preparations for Mashair Activities in Makkah
Labbo explained that the board had directed secretaries of the various committees to meet with members and resolve all pending issues ahead of the movement to Mashair, which includes Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah.
Babandede’s Gidan Amana Reshaping Jigawa’s Political Narrative
The movement gained momentum following Babandede’s declaration of interest to contest for the Jigawa North-East Senatorial seat under the platform of All Progressives Congress.
Jigawa Pilgrims performs Umrah in Makkah as Board Provides Accommodation, Feeding
As part of efforts to ensure a hitch-free Hajj operation, the Jigawa State Government, through the Pilgrims Welfare Board, has provided comfortable accommodation and welfare packages for all pilgrims from the state.
Emir of Dutse sensitises Jigawa pilgrims ahead of move to Makkah
The royal father gave the advice during a meeting with the state’s intending pilgrims held on Thursday, May 8, 2026, in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.
Jigawa Pilgrims Arrive Madinah Safely as Namadi Reaffirms Commitment to Hajj Welfare
In his remarks, the Emir of Dutse and Amirul Hajj, Alhaji Muhammad Hameem Nuhu Sunusi, advised the pilgrims to strictly adhere to the rules and guidelines set by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the Hajj exercise.
Jigawa tightens hajj preparations as first batch of pilgrims departs for Saudi Arabia
Director-General of the State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Ahmed Umar Labbo, said the exercise reflects months of planning aimed at ensuring a hitch-free Hajj.
JGSG sympathize with AA Rano over fire incident at Kazaure filling station
In a statement issues to newsmen by Ismai'la Ibrahim Dutse public relations officer, office of the secretary to the Government of Jigawa State on May 3, 2026, the Taskforce Chairman Colonel Muhammad Alhassan Retired stated this during a sympathy visit to the Filling Station in Kazaure.
May Day: Over 5,000 Jigawa citizens get new jobs, 3000 promoted in 3 years
On workers’ welfare, the governor said his administration had stabilised the contributory pension scheme, which was previously facing collapse, ensuring timely payment of retirees’ benefits.
Jigawa finalises Hajj airlift plans, sets May 4 for first flight
Addressing participants, Labbo revealed that the state has completed about 70 per cent of its preparations, noting that essential items such as pilgrims’ bags and other logistics have already been distributed.
Alhaji Hassan Shuaibu Kwalam Retires, Leaves Strong PHC Legacy in Jigawa
During his tenure, Kwalam was widely credited with driving improvements in routine immunisation, expanding maternal and child healthcare services, and deepening community outreach programmes aimed at bringing essential services closer to rural populations.
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