Makkah road accident claims life of Nigerian pilgrim

A 43-year-old pilgrim from Niger, Alhaji Salisu Ibrahim, has been confirmed dead in Makkah after performing the Hajj rites.
The Public Relations Officer (PRO), Niger Pilgrims’ Welfare Board, Jibrin Usman-Kodo, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday that Ibrahim, who hailed from Kontagora LGA, died from injuries sustained in a road crash in Makkah.
He said the deceased was involved in the crash while returning from the Holy Mosque.
According to the PRO, the late pilgrim died on Saturday, June 13, and was buried in Makkah in accordance with Islamic rites and the sanctity of the holy land.
“The Board expresses deep sorrow over this tragic loss and extends heartfelt condolenc...