2026 HAJJ: GOVERNOR NAMADI APPOINTS EMIR OF DUTSE AS AMIRUL HAJJ
Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi, has approved the appointment of His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr) Hamim Muhammad Nuhu Sanusi, the Emir of Dutse, as the Jigawa State Amirul Hajj and leader of the Government delegation for the upcoming 2026 Hajj Exercise.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Government of Jigawa State, Malam Bala Ibrahim.
In addition to the Amirul Hajj, the Governor has also approved the appointment of the following individuals as members of the Amirul Hajj Team.
1. Malam Umaru Nasarawa
2. Alhaji Kabiru Ali, Kachallan Dutse
3. Representative of the Emir of Gumel
4. Imam Nura Salisu Abubakar, Chief Imam, Kazaure Central Mosque.
The statement said the appointments were made in recognition of their distinguished records of hard work, commitment, patriotism, trustworthiness, and piety.
While congratulating the new appointees, the SSG urged them to embody these qualities as they undertake their important responsibilities, reinforcing the trust placed in them by the Government and the people of Jigawa State.
According to the statement, the Amirul Hajj Team is expected to work hand in hand with the Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board and other relevant bodies at the State, Federal, and International levels to ensure efficient and effective Hajj operations.
All appointments are effective immediately.
