The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has commenced the vaccination of 2,174 pilgrims from across the sixteen local government areas of the State at the Board’s premises today, Monday 28th April.
The Executive Secretary of the Board, Alh Abdulsalam Abdulkadir disclosed that the Saudi authority has made it mandatory for pilgrims to be vaccinated 10 days before leaving Nigeria.
The vaccines are expected to protect them against oral polio, yellow fever and influenza, advising the pilgrims to seek medical attention if there are side effects.
He explained that the vaccines will aid their immune system ahead of their pilgrimage, adding that the pilgrims are expected to keep their yellow cards safe.
The Chairman of the Board, Prof Jimba Moshood urged intending pilgrims for Hajj 2025 to cooperate fully with health officials and relevant agencies and participate in the vaccination exercise to keep them protected from meningitis, oral polio and yellow fever in order to keep their immune system fully protected ahead of the spiritual and sacred journey.
Director, Port Health of the Kwara State Primary Health Care, Mr Taiwo Afolabi who administered the first dose of the vaccine to one of the pilgrims, reiterated the Board’s proactive approach and dedication to a successful operation.
