Plateau State Governor, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has honoured a female pilgrim, Hajiya Zainab Idris, for her exemplary act of honesty during the 2025 Hajj in Saudi Arabia.
Hajiya Idris made headlines earlier this year after she returned the sum of $5,000 she found to its rightful owner through the Plateau State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board. Rather than keeping the money, she promptly contacted officials of the board, who traced and returned it to the owner.
Receiving her at the Government House in Jos alongside officials of the Pilgrims Board, Governor Mutfwang commended her integrity, describing it as a shining example worthy of emulation. He also presented her with a cash reward of N1 million.
“I am delighted with this remarkable display of honesty and the honour you have brought to Plateau State. Your action has set a shining example of integrity. I urge all Plateau indigenes and Nigerians at large to be good ambassadors both at home and abroad,” the governor said.
Executive Secretary of the Plateau State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Daiyabu Daudu, who led the delegation, also praised Hajiya Idris, noting that her action had not only elevated Plateau State but also earned respect for Nigeria internationally.
“We are very proud of her. She found $5,000 and contacted us immediately. Her integrity has not only elevated Plateau State but has also brought honour to Nigeria,” Daudu said.
