The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board participated in the 8th International Conference on Hajj Fund Forum held in Jakarta, Indonesia.
The conference brought together stakeholders in Hajj administration from different countries. It focused on sustainable Hajj fund management through strategic synergy and digital transformation.
The Director General of the Board, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim Matawalle, led the state’s delegation to the event. Kano State was one of only two states that accompanied the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria NAHCON to the conference, led by its Chairman, Ambassador Isma’il Yusif Abba.
According to a statement issued by the Board Public Relations Officer, Sulaiman A. Dederi, the conference provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas, share experiences, and explore innovative ways to improve Hajj fund management.
The Board participation showed its commitment to adopting modern and sustainable practices in Hajj administration, particularly in financial management, service delivery, and the welfare of intending pilgrims. It added that through collaboration with NAHCON and other stakeholders, the Board aims to strengthen its institutional capacity, embrace digital innovation, and contribute to a more transparent, efficient, and sustainable Hajj management system.
The conference gave Kano State an opportunity to benefit from international best practices and establish strategic partnerships that will improve the Hajj experience for pilgrims from the state.
