A Nigerian pilgrim, simply identified as Hajiya Zainab from Plateau State, has returned a missing sum of $5,000 amounting to over 8 million Naira to its rightful owner, a Russian pilgrim, in Makkah, DECENCY GLOBAL NEWS reports.
Hajiya Zainab reportedly found the money shortly after completing her prayers at Masjidul Haram. Rather than keep the money for herself, she promptly reported to authorities.
The co-ordinated efforts of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, (NAHCON), and Saudi authorities led to the successful identification of the rightful owner.
Hon. Daiyabu Dauda, Executive Secretary of the Plateau State Pilgrims Board, confirmed the development and commended Zainab’s action.
“She demonstrated exceptional integrity and honesty. What she did is a remarkable act of kindness that many will find difficult to do,” Dauda said.
The National Hajj Commission has also expressed pride in Zainab’s conduct, noting that her action exemplifies the values that Nigerian pilgrims are expected to uphold.
