The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced an initial deposit of N8.5 million for intending pilgrims seeking to perform the 2027 Hajj.
The Director-General of the Board, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim Matawalle, disclosed this during a press conference held at the board’s headquarters in Kano on Sunday.
Matawalle said the deposit amount was determined after extensive consultations and careful consideration to ensure a smooth planning process for the pilgrimage.
He explained that the board had established a transparent and orderly payment system, stressing that all payments must be made through bank drafts and submitted to Local Government Hajj Centre Officers across the state.
The director-general urged intending pilgrims to adhere strictly to the official payment procedures approved by the Kano State Government and warned them against dealing with unauthorized individuals.
He further announced that the sale of Hajj seats and payment for the 2027 pilgrimage commenced on Sunday, July 12, 2026, and would close on September 26, 2026.
Matawalle encouraged prospective pilgrims to complete their registration and payment early to avoid last-minute congestion and enable the board to make adequate preparations for a successful pilgrimage.
