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Amirul Hajj

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An Amirul Hajj is a leader of Hajj pilgrims, appointed by the government body, Hajj commission or religious head.

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Duties

The duties of an Amirul Hajj include heading the Hajj pilgrimage, advising appropriate rules and regulation for performing Hajj, leading prayers, and overseeing grievances.

Notable Personalities

  • The Sultan of Sokoto, Sa'ad Abubakar III was Amirul Hajj of Nigerians performing Hajj for 2013.
  • For the Dawoodi Bohra community, Mufaddal Saifuddin was the Amirul Haj in 2012, and his brother Qusai Vajihuddin in 2013.
  • Former Governor of Kaduna State Abba Musa Rimi was appointed as Amirul Hajj for Nigerian Muslims in August 2013.

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