The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria said the invitation to its Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Mallam Jalal Ahmad Arabi, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is normal, declaring that the agency’s action is not an indictment.
This was contained in a press statement signed by the Commission’s Assistant Director, Public Affairs, Fatima Sanda Usara, on Tuesday.
The statement which she signed on behalf of Arabi, explained that the invitation was a normal process of safeguarding public interest, while the investigation is not an indictment, assuring that NAHCON would “continue to cooperate fully with any investigative body.
Usara recalled, “Indeed, the NAHCON helmsman was invited yesterday, June 29, for questioning surrounding conduct of 2024 Hajj.
“While this situation might have understandably caused some concerns among friends and well-wishers, the Commission would like to reassure its stakeholders that the invitation was a normal process of safeguarding public interest, and that investigation is not an indictment. NAHCON will continue to cooperate fully with any investigative body during this process”.
Following the development, NAHCON expressed gratitude for the overwhelming concern shown for its Chairman, after news broke out that he was invited by the EFCC, noting that the outpour of love and concern was amazing.
“NAHCON is immensely grateful for the outpouring of support and understanding from well-wishers towards its Chairman. As an organization, Hajj Commission remains dedicated to upholding the highest standards of integrity and ethics in its dealings.
“Pilgrims have always been at the heart of our engagements, and we are committed to maintaining the trust and confidence that the government placed in the Commission.
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“At this juncture, NAHCON would like to appreciate the Federal Government for its unwavering resolve to entrench accountability in the system. Similarly, NAHCON commends the EFCC’s strong commitment in safeguarding public funds through ethical practices and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations” said the statement.
The Commission pledged that it would continue to cooperate with all institutions tasked with the responsibility of sanitising public service for more efficient services.
It assured that the investigation would be resolved promptly, asserting that the agency’s adherence to transparency, lawful and ethical standards would be reaffirmed.
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