After the official conclusion of Hajj on Saturday, Kaduna State pilgrims have been encouraged to maintain their spiritual focus and continue offering prayers to fully benefit from their time in Makkah. Sheikh Haliru Maraya, a member of the Special Hajj Committee, delivered this advice following the Zuhur prayer at the pilgrims’ residence on Ibrahim Khalil Street.
In a statement released on Sunday by Malam Ibraheem Musa, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Uba Sani, it was noted that approximately 1.7 million pilgrims from across the globe took part in the 2026 Hajj. The statement clarified that Hajj begins on the 8th and ends on the 13th of Dhul Hijjah, which this year fell between May 25 and May 30.
Sheikh Maraya emphasized that acts of worship performed in Makkah carry multiplied rewards, with each good deed being rewarded 100,000 times by Allah. He warned pilgrims to avoid sinful behavior, noting that even contemplating a sin is recorded as if it were committed.
The cleric also urged pilgrims not to rush their departure, cautioning that such impatience is often instigated by Shaytan. Instead, he advised them to engage in voluntary prayers, recite the Quran, and make various supplications to maximize the spiritual benefits of their stay.
Furthermore, Sheikh Maraya called on pilgrims to pray for Nigeria and its leaders, particularly for an end to the security challenges facing the country. He commended Governor Uba Sani for ensuring smooth logistics and empowering the Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, which contributed to a successful Hajj exercise.