Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi, has approved the appointment of His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr) Najib Hussaini Adamu, the Emir of Kazaure, as the Jigawa State Amirul Hajj and leader of the Government delegation for the upcoming 2025 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.
- Dr. Yusuf Abdurrahman, Chief Imam of Hadejia Emirate
- Alhaji Lawan Ya’u Roni, Talban Kazaure
- Dr. Mahmoud Yunusa, Sa’in Dutse
- Alhaji Adamu Dauda Zakar, Durbin Hadejia.
The statement said the appointments were made in recognition of their distinguished records of hard work, commitment, patriotism, trustworthiness, and piety.
In 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.
Ismaila Ibrahim Dutse,ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Office of the Secretary to the Government of Jigawa State
April 28, 2025