The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has dismissed allegations of racketeering and procedural irregularities in the selection of the 2025 Hajj National Medical Team (NMT), asserting that the process was transparent and conducted according to established standards. In a statement issued on May 3, 2025, NAHCON responded to reports accusing the commission of bias
As the 2025 Hajj season approaches, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is intensifying its efforts to ensure the safety and efficiency of transportation services for pilgrims. The Transport General Authority (TGA) has launched extensive inspection campaigns across key entry points to Makkah, the holy sites, and Madinah, aiming to uphold high standards in the movement
In a remarkable display of faith and resilience, four Muslim pilgrims-three from Spain and one from Morocco-have arrived in Saudi Arabia on horseback after an arduous journey across Europe and the Middle East to participate in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage. Their arrival at the Al Hadithah border crossing in the northern Al Qurayyat region has
Nigeria’s foremost Hajj and Umrah operator, Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited (HMVL), will commence the medical screening for its intending pilgrims on Friday, May 2, 2025, in preparation for the upcoming Hajj. The screening will take place at the company’s Lagos office located at 9A, Wing 1, Abiodun Fasakin Crescent, behind the old LASU building, Idiroko
In what many consider a highly unusual scene, the mataf — the white marble area encircling the sacred Kaaba at the heart of the Grand Mosque — was seen virtually deserted this week, an uncommon moment of silence at one of Islam’s most revered sites. Ordinarily teeming with tens of thousands of worshippers performing tawaf
In a significant move to ensure the health and safety of Nigerian pilgrims, Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited has commenced comprehensive medical screenings for its 2025 Hajj pilgrims. This initiative, which began on Friday, is part of the agency’s broader strategy to provide a seamless and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage experience.​ The medical screenings, conducted at designated
The Mataf—the sacred white-marble area encircling the Kaaba in Masjid al-Haram—has taken on an uncharacteristically tranquil appearance as Saudi Arabia enforces stringent entry restrictions to Makkah ahead of the 2025 Hajj season. This development follows the Kingdom’s directive limiting access to the holy city exclusively to individuals holding valid Hajj permits, residents with Makkah-issued residency,
In a significant move to bolster Nigeria’s infrastructure, the Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to a ₦1.5 trillion investment in highway development, emphasizing robust collaboration with private sector partners. This initiative aims to enhance the nation’s road network, stimulate economic growth, and create employment opportunities.​ The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of
In a decisive move to reform the financial ecosystem governing pilgrimage in Nigeria, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has called on key stakeholders to embrace a more resilient and inclusive financing model to sustain the nation’s Hajj operations in the face of growing economic pressures. This call was made during the second National
RIYADH, April 30 – In a firm move to maintain the sanctity and security of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has rolled out stringent penalties against individuals and facilitators who flout regulations by attempting to undertake or assist others in performing Hajj without official permits. The Saudi Ministry of Interior, in
