Kwara vaccinates Hajj pilgrims and distributes travel kits
The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has started vaccinating 1,714 intending pilgrims as part of preparations for the 2026 Hajj. The vaccination covers oral polio, meningitis, and yellow fever, and is conducted by Port Health Services led by Mrs A.I. Owolabi. Alhaji AbdulKadri Abdulsalam, the board’s Executive Secretary, emphasized the importance of the exercise for the health and safety of pilgrims. The board is also distributing uniforms and travel bags to the pilgrims.
What we know
- The vaccination programme is mandatory for all intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia.
- Alhaji AbdulKadri Abdulsalam stated that the exercise is crucial for preventing disease outbreaks during the pilgrimage.
- The board is working with health authorities to ensure all pilgrims meet medical requirements.
- Pilgrims are urged to comply with vaccination guidelines to maintain eligibility for travel.
- Uniforms and travel bags are being distributed to help with identification and convenience during the pilgrimage.
