Senate President heads to Saudi Arabia for Hajj

The President of the Senate, Dr. Ahmad Lawan, on Monday departed Abuja for Saudi Arabia to join millions of Muslim faithful from around the world who are gathered in the Holy Land for this year’s Hajj.

A statement by the Special Adviser on Media to the Senate President, Ola Awoniyi, said  Lawan, while in the Holy Land, will seize the opportunity to pray for the peace, unity and progress of Nigeria.

He will also pray for the success of the ninth National Assembly, now on annual recess, as the lawmakers engage themselves in Legislative activities for the betterment and advancement of the country.

Lawan is expected back home as soon as the Hajj rites are over.