We have completed Hajj operations – FAAN

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria said it has completed the coordination of the 2012 airlift of pilgrims to Saudi Arabia.
In a statement, FAAN said unlike in the past, the pilgrims this year enjoyed a transformed and reconstructed Hajj terminal.
Pilgrims, particularly the ones flying through Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abjua; Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano; and Kaduna terminals enjoyed the remodeled terminals, the statement by the FAAN General Manager, Corporate Communications, Yakubu Dati, said.
Dati said the facilities at the airports have been reconstructed and fitted with modern amenities to provide comfort to the pilgrims.
He added: The terminals are very clean; well run, and features an array of conveniences; modern bathrooms, wudu area and easily accessible and well ventilated masjids.
“The remodeling of the terminals is very significant, as it marks a departures from the previous ad-hoc arrangements, this is a testimony of the authorities determination to enhance and safeguard the welfare of the pilgrims, by eliminating undue hardships and difficulties experienced when Nigerians perform their religious obligations.
“The renovated Hajj terminals at Kano, Kaduna, Abuja and Sokoto are apart from the 11 terminals undergoing remodeling in the first phase of the airport remodeling project being spearheaded by the transformational leadership of the Honourable Minister of Aviation, Princess Stella Adaeze Oduah.”