The 2025 Hajj season officially kicked off with the arrival of the first group of Chinese pilgrims in the holy city of Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The pilgrims landed at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport to a warm reception from Saudi officials who ensured a seamless entry process. This milestone marks the beginning of a
In a bid to enhance operational efficiency and pilgrim satisfaction, the Minister of Hajj and Umrah, His Excellency Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, convened a periodic coordination meeting with Umrah companies and key stakeholders, including representatives from the Saudi Ministry of Tourism. The strategic session focused on assessing the successes and challenges of the 1446 AH Umrah
In a significant move to enhance the pilgrimage experience, authorities have officially launched the #Nusuk_Card, an innovative identification system designed to verify a pilgrim’s status and ensure seamless access and movement across sacred sites. The card, developed in collaboration with religious and security agencies, promises to streamline logistical challenges and boost security during the pilgrimage
In a bold stride towards merging tradition with cutting-edge innovation, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has rolled out its most expansive Hajj operational plan to date, relying heavily on artificial intelligence and smart technologies to improve services and spiritual engagement for millions of pilgrims expected in 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by the General Presidency for
Shortly after their arrival in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the advance team of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) was formally briefed by the Madinah Coordinator, Alhaji Abdulkadir Oloyin, in a strategic meeting aimed at outlining the scope of work ahead of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The meeting, which convened key committee heads
An advance delegation from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has arrived in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ahead of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage to facilitate early arrangements for Nigerian pilgrims. The team, led by key officials of the commission, touched down in the holy land to commence crucial pre-Hajj groundwork, including inspection of
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has flagged off the 2025 Hajj operations with the departure of its Advance Team to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The team, comprising officials from various departments and members of the National Medical Team, left the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Monday, May 5, following a formal
Saudi Arabian Hajj security forces have arrested a Ghanaian resident for attempting to transport four expatriate women to Mecca in violation of Hajj regulations. The arrest occurred as part of ongoing efforts to enforce strict pilgrimage guidelines and prevent unauthorized access to the holy sites during the 2025 Hajj season .Gulf News The Ghanaian national
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) today, Monday, May 5, 2025, inaugurated its Central Security Committee as part of preparations for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The ceremony took place at the Hajj House in Abuja, with the Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, leading the event alongside his Commissioners and management staff. The
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that its advance team has departed Abuja for Saudi Arabia today, Monday, May 5, 2025, to commence preparations for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The team’s early deployment is part of NAHCON’s strategy to ensure a seamless and well-coordinated operation for Nigerian pilgrims. The advance team comprises
