In readiness for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, Nigerian authorities have announced that all relevant agencies are on full operational alert to provide timely support and assistance to pilgrims—referred to as the Guests of Allah. This assurance comes as thousands of Nigerian Muslims prepare to embark on the sacred journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
As preparations intensify ahead of the 2025 Hajj season, Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited (HMVL), one of Nigeria’s leading private pilgrimage operators, has unveiled its strategic framework for the year’s spiritual exercise. With the theme “Faith, Comfort, Clarity,” the company aims to elevate the experience of Nigerian pilgrims by blending spiritual devotion with world-class service delivery.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially announced that the Umrah pilgrimage will resume on June 11, 2025, equivalent to 15 Dhul Hijjah 1446 in the Islamic calendar. This development comes shortly after the conclusion of the 2025 Hajj season, marking a significant spiritual reopening for millions of Muslims across the globe. According to statements
As Nigeria prepares for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, the Association for Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria (AHOUN) is intensifying efforts to ensure smooth and efficient travel for Nigerian pilgrims. In an exclusive interview, Alhaji Abdul Lateef Yusuf Ekundayo, the CEO of Al-Firdaos Hajj and Umrah Services Limited and the President of AHOUN, highlighted the
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has successfully secured an additional 2,800 VIP bed spaces in Tent A at Mina for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. This was made possible through an agreement with Rawaf Mina, a Saudi-based service provider, aimed at enhancing the accommodation options available to Nigerian pilgrims seeking premium services during the
In a significant diplomatic and religious engagement, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, addressed the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies during his official visit to the United Kingdom. His presentation highlighted the Kingdom’s transformative initiatives aimed at enhancing the pilgrimage experience for Muslims worldwide, aligning with the broader objectives of Saudi
The Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has secured quality accommodation in Makkah for intending pilgrims from the state ahead of the 2025 Hajj exercise. This development comes as part of the state government’s proactive efforts to ensure a comfortable and spiritually fulfilling experience for all pilgrims under its care. This was disclosed on Tuesday by
A tragic accident in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of five Pakistani Umrah pilgrims, with several others left injured. The incident occurred on April 20, 2025, when the bus carrying the pilgrims collided with a trailer on the route between the historical site of Badr and Madinah. The five deceased have been identified as
ISLAMABAD – A major financial blunder has cast a dark shadow over the Hajj 2025 pilgrimage for more than 67,000 intending Pakistani pilgrims, following the misrouting of over 50 million Saudi Riyals (approximately ₦17.2 billion) meant for the Saudi Ministry of Hajj. The funds, collected by private Hajj tour operators under Pakistan’s quota, were mistakenly
In a key milestone ahead of this year’s holy pilgrimage, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially set May 9, 2025, as the date for the commencement of airlift operations for Nigerian pilgrims travelling to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This decision was reached during a high-level meeting convened at the Hajj House
