Mutfwang: Why we sponsor annual Hajj pilgrimage

Daily Trust | 03-09-2026 07:54pm |

Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau State has explained that his administration sponsors the annual Hajj pilgrimage as an investment in peace, religious harmony, and inclusive governance, rather than as political patronage. He made this statement on Thursday while receiving the report of the 2026 Hajj operation at the New Government House in Jos. The governor emphasized that the policy reflects his commitment to ensuring citizens of different faiths and political affiliations can participate equally in the state's development. He added that the government's responsibility extends beyond infrastructure and economic opportunities to fostering conditions for peace.

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