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FG to End Hajj Subsidy for 2025, Pilgrims to Pay Full Fare
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the federal government will not provide a subsidized exchange rate for the 2025 Hajj, meaning intending pilgrims will pay the full fare.
According to NAHCON spokesperson Fatima Sanda Usara, the government will no longer offer any concessionary exchange rate for both state-sponsored and private Hajj operators.
If the naira remains at its current rate of ₦1,650 per dollar, pilgrims could face costs nearing ₦10 million for the pilgrimage. Some states’ welfare boards have already asked pilgrims to deposit ₦8.5 million in anticipation of the final fare announcement.
Additionally, NAHCON confirmed that Nigerian pilgrims from the 2023 Hajj will receive a refund of 150 Saudi Riyals. The commission also shared updates about the reduction of private tour operators and clarified financial details from previous Hajj caution deposits.
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Mbappe Dismisses R@pe Allegations as “Fake News,” Vows Legal Action
Kylian Mbappe has strongly denied allegations of sexual misconduct reported by Swedish media, calling the claims “fake news” in a post on X.
The French football star, currently embroiled in a legal dispute with PSG over unpaid wages, stated that he is calm and confident as he faces the rumors.
His legal team has vowed to take action against what they described as a “slanderous campaign” aimed at tarnishing his image.
Mbappe’s entourage emphasized his willingness to cooperate with any investigation, asserting his innocence.
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Soldiers Rescue Four Captives, Neutralize Two Bandits in Kaduna
Troops in Kaduna State have successfully rescued four abducted victims and neutralized two bandits during a ransom collection attempt in Mai-Iddo village, Kachia Local Government Area.
The victims, including three women and a child, had been abducted from a farm last week.
The bandits were killed when they attempted to collect a N1.5 million ransom, following a planned operation by the military. The rescued victims have been reunited with their families, according to local sources.
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Osun Governor Praises Brother for Power Plant Ambitions
In a recent conference video shared by Davido, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke highlighted his brother’s achievements in the electricity sector, stating, “I generate about 15% of Nigeria’s electricity.”
He revealed plans for Nigeria’s largest thermal power plant, set to launch in January 2025 with a capacity of 1,250MW, backed by Chinese engineering firms.
In his X post, the governor expressed pride in his brother and encouraged others to persevere against obstacles, emphasizing the importance of faith in their pursuits.
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