Hajj: Kwara Governor prays for Nigeria
The Kwara State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), Mallam Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq has joined millions of Muslims worldwide to perform the 2025 lesser Hajj (Umrah) in Mecca City , in the holy kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Mecca, in western Saudi Arabia, is Islam’s holiest city and the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad, a city where only Muslims are allowed to enter.
In a statement he personally signed, Governor AbdulRazaq disclosed that “
“Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa’fu annaa! — Allaah, You are Forgiving and love forgiveness, so forgive us” the governor prayed further.”
The Lesser Hajj (Umrah) is a highly valued act of worship for Muslims offering an opportunity for spiritual renewal and seeking forgiveness.
It is a journey of purification, a cleansing of the soul, and a renewal of faith.
Lesser Hajj is also a voluntary pilgrimage to Mecca that can be performed at any time of the year, unlike the obligatory Hajj, which has specific dates.
