Two More Nigerian Pilgrims Die In Saudi Arabia – Details.
Information reached thenewskingdom have it that two Nigerian pilgrims from Kwara State, Salman Muhammad Alade and Ayishat Shuaib Ologele, have lost their lives in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
This new development increased total number to four pilgrims from the state who lost their lives during this year’s Hajj.
Further investigation disclosed that Ayishat Shuaib Ologele, fell ill while travelling from Medina to Mecca, and died in the process, despite efforts from authorities.
According to information, the second pilgrim, Salman Muhammad Alade, also fell ill in Makkah, kicked the bucket shortly after.
While affirming the incident, the Executive Secretary Kwara State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Abdulsalam Abdulkadir, said, “Yes, we lost additional two pilgrims. Please let’s talk later, I am in a meeting now.
“We sent profound condolences to their families and asked Allah to grant them comfort and forgive the deceased.” Abdulkadir said.
It should be recalled that the state had earlier lost two pilgrims, Saliu Mohammed, who arrived with Batch 3 of the state contingent, and Hawawu Mohammed.
