MANLAD Al Imam International Limited Travels and Tours, a reputable organization in Ibadan, on Sunday, organized a special prayer, lecture, and spiritual experience for its prospective pilgrims at its office in Ire-Akari, Oluyole Extension, Ibadan, ahead of the 2025 Hajj operation.
The program included a symbolic presentation of Hajj packages and vaccination for pilgrims.
During the event, Alhaji Abdul-Salam Modarikan, who emphasised the significance of planning special prayers to invoke Allah’s blessings for the smooth operation of the hajj, advised the prospective pilgrims to exercise patience during the operation and to always heed the MANLAD coordinator’s instructions in order to be safe and protected in Makkah.
He pointed out that the place is so vast that anyone could become lost in a matter of seconds, advising the pilgrims to always think positively and follow their coordinator when at the holy land.
The Chief Imam of Ire-akari Central Mosque Estate, Oluyole Extension, Sheikh Alhaji Abdul jeleel Salaudeen, however charged pilgrims to emulate the Prophet Muhammad’s teachings and comport themselves well during the pilgrimage.
He urged the pilgrims to practise Taqwa and to follow Prophet Muhammad’s example when performing the Hajj, emphasising that the real task is to be determined to worship Allah with good intentions rather than to find a place to trade or get new teeth.
The Chief Imam reassure the pilgrims that the director of MANLAD Travels & Tours is a man who has a deep understanding of the field and has been guiding people to the Hajj for a considerable amount of time.
While describing Sheikh Alhaji Numan Abiodun Rufai, as having a deep fear of God, Sheikh Salaudeen noted that Makkah is a sacred place that welcomes people from all over the nation advising the pilgrims to make sure they offer prayers for both themselves and others because the Almighty Allah frequently accepts them.
However, Al-Miqat’s director, Alh Ahmad Rufai Babatunde, who attended the event as well, said that MANLAD Director Alhaji Numan is capable of handling the work, pointing out that good welfare packages and appropriate care have been established to ensure the smooth hajj services.
In order to have a smooth operation without getting lost or running into issues, Sheikh Al-miqot equally advised the pilgrims to always pay attention to the MANLADS director.
On her part, Alhaja Kafilat Kaola, a popular Nigerian media personality, commended the Director of MANLADS for his commitment to Islam and his efforts in facilitating Hajj operations.
He wished the pilgrims a smooth hajj process and a safe return to Nigeria following the hajj services, whilst assuring that the director of MANLADS would never, ever discriminate against any tribe travelling with him.
While addressing newsmen, the Director of MANLAD Hajj Services, Sheikh Alhaji Numan Abiodun Rufai, emphasized that MANLAD Travels and Tours has years of experience in providing seamless Hajj services, ensuring a transformative pilgrimage experience with expert guidance and meticulous planning.
Sheikh Rufai noted that the organization has made arrangements for comfortable and high-class hotels in Mecca and Medina, with adequate facilities to ensure a smooth operation.
He added that the hotels in Mecca are strategically located within the Al-Haram Mosque area, with shuttle buses available for transportation.
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