According to a statement issued by the Coalition of Muslim Organisations, Ghana (COMOG) and copied The Ghanaian Times yesterday, Ghanaians who intend to perform the Hajj were often faced with challenges such as travel inconvenience.

However, it noted that the patronage of the Hajj management system in Ghana would help address such challenges and ensure a safe and legitimate journey, thereby avoiding the risk of using tourist visas or unauthorised means.

“We urge all Ghanaians intending to perform Hajj to patronise the official Hajj management system in Ghana. This will ensure a safe and legitimate journey, avoiding the risk of using tourist visas or authorised means,” the statement said.

“We wish to emphasise that the official channels provided will ensure a reliable and secure way of travelling to Saudi Arabia. We, therefore, wish to encourage all pilgrims to take advantage of this opportunity,” the statement added.

The Coalition further noted that the reduction of the Hajj package by US$ 2, 120 was a good move as it would make it accessible, affordable, and convenient for Ghanaian Muslims to participate and therefore commended the Hajj management for such a decision.

It also commended the Hajj Taskforce management body for proposing the construction of the new Hajj Village by a private company to provide a convenient and comfortable accommodation option for Ghanaian pilgrims.

The coalition also commended the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the introduction of an expedited passport processing system for prospective Hajj pilgrims.