Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has appointed the Emir of Fufore, Alhaji Sani Ribadu, as the Amirul-Hajj and leader of the State Government delegation for the 2025 Hajj exercise to Saudi Arabia.

Fintiri announced this through his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Humwashi Wonosikou in Yola on Monday.

He said the appointment was based on Ribadu’s hard work, experience, and commitment to religious matters in the state.

He listed other members of the delegation to include: Alhaji Muhammad Jidjiwa, Alhaji A T Shehu, Alhaji Ibrahim Abba, Alhaji Abubakar Murtala and Alhaji Mohammed Dabo as the Secretary.

Fintiri charged the committee to be dedicated to their assignment, to ensure a hitch-free 2025 Hajj operation.

The governor also tasked the delegation to collaborate with all relevant agencies to facilitate a successful operation. (NAN)