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Tinubu Sacks Hajj Commission Chair Amidst Corruption Allegations, Appoints Replacement
Reported by Ayooluwa Afolabi
President Bola Tinubu has sacked the embattled chairman of the National Hajj Commission (NAHCON), Jalal Arabi.
Although no reason was given for the sack, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Mr Arabi is being investigated for allegedly misappropriating funds released by the federal government for this year’s Islamic pilgrimage.
The president has also appointed a new head for the Hajj commission.
According to a statement by President Tinubu’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, on Monday, Mr Arabi will be replaced by Abdullahi Usman, a professor.
The president advised Mr Usman to lead the commission with integrity and transparency.
His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Senate, according to the statement.
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