President John Dramani Mahama has clarified that the Hajj Village, currently under construction, will not be solely for pilgrims traveling to Mecca but will also serve as a transit facility for passengers passing through Kotoka International Airport.
Amid ongoing discussions about the project’s relevance during economic challenges, the President emphasized its importance in providing essential amenities for all travelers, ultimately enhancing the overall transit experience at the airport.
Addressing concerns about the necessity and timing of the project, he reaffirmed that the Hajj Village is designed to benefit both pilgrims and the broader traveling public.
“The facility aligns with our broader goal of ensuring fairness in national policies and making sure that all citizens, regardless of their financial status, can fulfill their spiritual obligations. For years, Ghanaian pilgrims have faced harsh accommodation conditions and physical difficulties before embarking on their holy journey,” Mahama stated.
He further explained that under the Reset Agenda, the Ghana Airports Company is constructing a transit terminal that will serve as a Hajj Village during the pilgrimage season and as a comfortable transit center for passengers departing through Kotoka International Airport for the rest of the year.