Bauchi, Gombe and Plateau states have promised to support the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and Jaiz Bank Plc to ease the hajj
process for all Muslims in Nigeria towards the success of the newly introduced Hajj Savings Scheme.
The governors of the respective states, Bala Muhammed, Inuwa Yahaya and Simon Lalong endorsed the scheme at the launching and sensitisation exercise in their respective states.
Mohammed who personally launched the scheme in Bauchi state said funds realised through the scheme would be invested in halal (lawful) products that will generate profits for the savers.
He said the scheme would introduce a level of financial discipline, especially for people in the rural areas.
In Gombe, Inuwa who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Abubakar Njodi, said his administration would work with NAHCON and Jaiz Bank to enable low income earners in the state reap the benefits of the Scheme.
He called for a sustained sensitisation campaign at the grassroot to reach targeted groups.
In Plateau state, Lalong said the scheme would encourage more Muslims to perform Hajj without going through difficulties of securing funding, adding that it will also promote discipline and teach intending pilgrims to be financially prudent.
The Managing Director/CEO of Jaiz Bank, Hassan Usman said as the scheme grows over time, NAHCON and the various State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Boards can have the liquid funds required to effectively plan hajj operations early, thereby securing better bargain for accommodation and other services for their pilgrims.
