President Bio Welcomes Hajj Pilgrims
By: Edward Dictionary Caulker
President Julius Maada Bio, at State House on Friday, July 12, 2024, welcomed returning Hajj pilgrims from Mecca. Alhaji Murtada Sesay, head of the Hajj Presidential Taskforce, expressed gratitude to President Bio for his steadfast support, highlighting the government’s pivotal role in ensuring a successful pilgrimage.
Sesay acknowledged the Ministry of Finance, Immigration Department, Sierra Leone Commercial Bank, and Airport Authority for their crucial assistance during the pilgrimage, which saw 639 out of 640 pilgrims return safely, with one unfortunate death.
Chief Imam Shiek Kutubu Konneh delivered a stirring sermon, urging pilgrims to promote peace and support initiatives like the government’s “Feed Salone” for food security.
President Bio praised the task force for their dedicated efforts, urging pilgrims to foster peace and uphold laws against child marriage. He encouraged continued prayers for Sierra Leone’s prosperity.
The event symbolized national unity and gratitude for the pilgrims’ safe return and their spiritual journey.
