The Ghana Hajj Board has confirmed that seven Ghanaian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj in Saudi Arabia have died.
The victims comprise five females and two males.
While the names of the deceased remain undisclosed, Alhaji Collins Dauda, the Chairman of the Hajj Board, revealed in a TV3 interview that the families of the victims in Ghana have been officially informed.
He also mentioned that officials intend to meet with the grieving families to offer their condolences at a suitable time.
Unfortunately, for the 2025 pilgrimage, we have lost seven of our compatriots. Deaths are painful, but death will come when it has to come, and therefore, regrettably, as the case is, we take the opportunity to express our deepest condolences to the families back in Ghana who have been affected in this case.
He additionally emphasized that the Ghanaian government, in collaboration with Saudi officials, has implemented strong safety protocols to safeguard its citizens during the pilgrimage.
These actions entail delivering prompt medical care, especially in crisis situations.
The count of fatalities documented this year shows a significant reduction from the 17 deaths noted during last year’s pilgrimage.
In accordance with Islamic customs, all deceased pilgrims have been interred in Saudi Arabia.
This year, Ghana sent more than 6,000 pilgrims to Mecca, joining over 2 million Muslims globally for the yearly Hajj.
The journey, recognised for its physically challenging aspects, is frequently undertaken in harsh weather conditions.
This year, Mecca’s reports indicated extremely high temperatures, often exceeding 48°C on the most intense days of the ritual, presenting significant health hazards, especially for the elderly and individuals with pre-existing health issues.
By Constantine
NKONKONSA.com
