*Photo: Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, NAHCON Chairman/CEO *
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman as the Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria.
The confirmation took place on Thursday after his screening on Tuesday, 8th October 2024 by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs.
During the session presided over by
Senator Abubakar Sani Bello, Chairman Senate Committee on foreign affairs, members of the Committee had then expressed their confidence in Prof. Usman’s capacity to lead the Commission during this pivotal period.
The motion for Prof Abdullahi Saleh Usman’s confirmation was brought by Senator Muhammad Adamu Aliero and seconded by Senator Shehu Buba Umar.
While moving the motion, Senator Aliero said “There is no better person to lead NAHCON at this moment, given his extensive experience and a proven track record of service, honesty and integrity.”
Professor Usman upon his screening expressed deep appreciation for the opportunity to serve the Nigerian pilgrims and pledged to engage all stakeholders.
“I am honored by this trust and look forward to working collaboratively with the entire NAHCON team to fulfill the Commission’s mandate of providing efficient and effective services to the Nigerian pilgrims,” he had said.