The National Hajj Task Force recently issued an apology to Ghanaian pilgrims who were unable to partake in this year’s pilgrimage to Mecca, due to unforeseen circumstances. Head of Corporate Affairs, Alhaji A.B.A Fuseini, acknowledged the difficulties faced by some pilgrims, especially those affected by visa issues.
“We want to express our sincere apologies to the pilgrims who were unable to join the journey to Mecca this year. We understand the disappointment and frustration they must be feeling,” said Alhaji Fuseini. He reassured the public that steps will be taken to address these challenges in future Hajj planning, to ensure a smoother and more successful pilgrimage experience for all participants.
In addition to the visa-related issues, the Task Force also confirmed the unfortunate deaths of two Ghanaian pilgrims during this year’s Hajj. Alhaji Fuseini clarified that five individuals were sent back to Ghana due to travel document issues, emphasizing that these individuals had not committed any criminal acts.
“Some may have misconstrued their return as a deportation, but we prefer to use the term ‘repatriated’ to convey the true nature of their situation. It was simply an error in the visa issuance process,” explained Alhaji Fuseini.
The Task Force is diligently working to rectify these issues and ensure that affected pilgrims are able to make the journey to Mecca in the future. Despite the challenges faced this year, over 6,000 Ghanaian pilgrims were able to successfully participate in the 2025 Hajj.
As the National Hajj Task Force extends its sincere apologies and seeks forgiveness from those impacted by this year’s setbacks, it remains committed to improving the pilgrimage experience for all Ghanaian pilgrims in the years to
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