The President of the Senate, Dr. Ahmad Lawan, on Monday, departed Abuja for Saudi Arabia for this year’s hajj.
A statement by the Special Adviser on Media to the Senate President, Ola Awoniyi, said Dr. Lawan, while in the holy land will pray for the peace, unity and progress of Nigeria.
He will also pray for the success of the ninth National Assembly, now on annual recess, as the lawmakers engage themselves in Legislative activities for the betterment and advancement of the country.
Dr. Lawan is expected back home as soon as the Hajj rites are over.