John Dramani Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flag bearer, has promised to lower Hajj costs if he is elected President in the 2024 general elections.
The former President noted that the current Hajj fare, set at GH¢75,000, is too high, making it difficult for many ordinary Muslims to undertake their pilgrimage to Mecca.
He made this pledge during Eid prayers with the Ahlussuna Wal-Jamah Muslim group at the State House in Accra on Sunday.
“Our pilgrims are in Mecca performing the Hajj. May Allah bring them safely home to us. Those who have been able to go are the privileged ones because we have had fares at GH¢75,000.
“It is very difficult for the ordinary Muslim to perform the Hajj but Insha Allah if we win in this election and we come into government, we are going to work to reduce the Hajj fare so that everybody can go,” he stated.
John Mahama also emphasized the importance of appreciating fathers for their efforts amid the current economic difficulties.