The incident has again highlighted the vulnerability of Nigerian travelers, with calls for tighter airport checks and greater protection for pilgrims to prevent wrongful arrests in the future.
The pilgrims, who were detained during the last Hajj exercise, were accused of carrying substances suspected to be illicit drugs. Their arrest had caused anxiety among fellow pilgrims and families back home.
Following diplomatic intervention and further checks, Saudi authorities confirmed that the Nigerians were not guilty and set them free. Relieved relatives expressed gratitude to both the Saudi government and Nigerian officials for ensuring justice prevailed.
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