Shina Abubakar, Osogbo

In a bid to ensure transparency and accountability in Hajj processing, the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has approved the opening of a registration portal for intending pilgrims for 2025 Hajj operations.

In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Mr Aderibigbe Rasheed disclosed that the Governor approved the online registration for both the Muslim and Christian Pilgrims Boards.

He noted that the adopted process will ensure transparency and accountability in the coming Hajj process.

“Mr Governor is concerned about accountability and transparency in government dealings and with his determination to ensure value for money expended by individuals or groups, hence the resolve minimizes personal contact with intending pilgrims registration.

“Given this development, the Osun State government is hereby imploring Members of the Public who are interested in the year 2025 Hajj pilgrimage should log on to muslimpilgrim.osunstate.gov.ng to Apply for 2025 Hajj. Christian Pilgrims should apply at christianpilgrim.osunstate.gov.ng.

“This would make the process more open and less time-consuming for our intending pilgrims and give value for money”, he added.