Breaking: Buhari Accepts Saudi Invitation, Embarks On Umrah Thursday

Pres Buhari has accepted the invitation of King Salman Bin Abdulaziz, the ruler of Saudi Arabia & Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques,to perform the Umrah (lesser pilgrimage) in the Kingdom.

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To this effect, the President, accompanied by close personal aides, will embark on the journey on Thursday, 16th May.

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He is expected back in the country on Tuesday, 21st May.

Umrah is an optional but recommended pilgrimage to Makkah that can be made at any time of the year

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