PRESIDENT MAHAMA UNVEILS PLANS TO AIRLIFT 5,000 PILGRIMS TO MECCA FOR HAJJ 2025
President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to airlift 5,000 Ghanaian pilgrims to Mecca for the 2025 Hajj. Speaking at the foundation-laying ceremony for the Hajj Village on February 28, 2025, he emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring a well-organized pilgrimage.
He noted that after settling outstanding debts from previous Hajj operations in Saudi Arabia, this year’s goal is to transport exactly 5,000 pilgrims. The deadline for payment has been set for March 13, 2025.
Additionally, President Mahama disclosed that the government has secured a pre-financing agreement with a local bank to cover all deposits related to accommodation, transportation, and other necessary services for the pilgrims.
He instructed the Hajj Task Force to adhere strictly to the limit of 5,000 pilgrims to avoid past issues where late payments hindered airlifting.