In a significant development, the Association for Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria (AHUON) has raised alarm over a staggering debt owed by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). Taking to its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, AHUON revealed that NAHCON owes its members a hefty sum exceeding N15 billion in outstanding payments.
This revelation, which has sent ripples across the Hajj and Umrah industry, underscores growing concerns about the management of funds within Nigeria’s Hajj operations. According to AHUON, the massive debt has not only crippled their ability to function effectively but has also placed an enormous strain on the services provided to Nigerian pilgrims.
Industry experts suggest that this could lead to further disruptions if the issue remains unresolved, potentially impacting future Hajj and Umrah operations. AHUON’s call for transparency and immediate resolution hints at deeper financial mismanagement, and many are now waiting for an official response from NAHCON.
The breakdown of the debt is yet to be fully disclosed, but the association’s public announcement has heightened the urgency for the Commission to address these financial discrepancies.
As the situation unfolds, stakeholders are urging the federal government to intervene, fearing that the unresolved debt could affect the reputation of the country’s Hajj operations on the international stage.
More updates are expected as this story develops, with the hope that a swift resolution will be reached to safeguard the integrity of Nigeria’s pilgrimage sector.
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