The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has addressed recent media discussions surrounding its leadership and administrative decisions, reaffirming its commitment to transparency and due process.
“As a public institution, NAHCON ensures that its leaders and employees are guided by its regulatory framework and civil service procedures in all its operations,” said Fatima Sanda Usara, Assistant Director of Information and Publications.
NAHCON’s leadership acknowledged the important role of staff unions in advocating for employee welfare, but rejected misrepresentations regarding its interaction with the Staff Union.
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The Commission clarified that the Union did not submit a petition against its leadership, but rather issued an internal reminder on certain internal matters.
“We categorically state that appointments and assignments within NAHCON are guided strictly by due process,” Usara emphasized, dismissing allegations of nepotism. “The claim that Professor Abdullahi Saleh has appointed his son as a Personal Assistant within the Commission is false.”
NAHCON urged pressmen and the public to maintain factual and responsible discussions about its leadership and operations, free from sensationalism. The Commission remains open to addressing legitimate concerns through appropriate channels.
“Our priority is to focus on our core responsibility of ensuring a smooth Hajj for Nigerian pilgrims,” Usara stated. “We appreciate meaningful contributions that support this mission and encourage responsible discourse that upholds the integrity of information shared with the public.”
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