The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has advised intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj to ensure that they are healthy before embarking on the pilgrimage.

Sanwo-Olu gave the advice on Tuesday at the First Family of Lagos State and the Ministry of Home Affairs Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

The event, which was held at the Lagos House Marina, had the theme: ‘My Lord, Indeed I am for Whatever Good you would Send Me’.

He stressed that it would be better for anyone with sickness to stay back and pray for the country than risk going to the holy land with sickness.

The governor also urged the residents to continue to thank the almighty for rebirth, growth and collective development due to the just-concluded Ramadan fast.

Sanwo-Olu said, “By May, those travelling to Mecca will begin to travel. Please ensure you are in good health. If you are ill, refrain from travelling for the 2025 Hajj; stay back and pray here in Nigeria.

“I pray that God will continue to keep us in peace and unity. We will continue to witness Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

“I thank all our religious leaders for teaching us more about the holy book. I wish us more celebrations in good health,” Sanwo-Olu said.


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