Hajj 2023: Second batch of Lagos intending pilgrims airlifted | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News ⬇️
On board the airline with Number XY 5680, which took off from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja at 5.21pm last Thursday, were 286 males and 242 females.
The departure of the second and third flights, therefore brought the total number of Lagos State intending pilgrims already airlifted to the Kingdom to 871. He cautioned others yet to be airlifted to avoid taking along prohibited items such as Tramadol, cola nut, heroine, etc. while embarking on the spiritual journey, saying “if they are caught, whether in Nigeria or Saudi Arabia, they would be punished in accordance with the laws.”
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