Makkah, Saudi Arabia – In preparation for the 2025 Hajj season, Saudi authorities have deployed 18 advanced weather monitoring stations across Makkah and the Holy Sites, including Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah, to ensure the safety and comfort of millions of pilgrims. The initiative, spearheaded by the National Center for Meteorology (NCM), is part of a
Mina, Saudi Arabia – In a strategic move to improve the welfare of Nigerian pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj, Saudi-based service provider IKRAM ELDAIF has rolled out upgraded facilities, including modernized tents and improved sanitation systems, across key Hajj sites such as Mina and Arafat. The upgraded infrastructure is tailored to enhance comfort and safety
As part of preparations ahead of the Arafat rites, the Special Committee appointed by Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State, alongside the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Malam Salihu Abubakar, has conducted an inspection of the tents allocated to Kaduna pilgrims in Mina and Arafat. The delegation assessed the quality, accessibility,
The Saudi Traffic Department has announced that, beginning from the 5th of Dhu al-Hijjah, unauthorized vehicles will be strictly prohibited from entering the holy sites of Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah as part of intensified measures to ensure smooth traffic flow and maintain order during the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. According to the department, this regulation is
In a significant move to deepen global understanding of Islamic history and enhance the spiritual journey of pilgrims, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially launched the “History of Hajj and the Two Holy Mosques Forum”. The initiative was unveiled during the 49th Grand Hajj Symposium by His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Salman bin
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance the comfort and safety of pilgrims, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially activated the world’s largest integrated cooling system at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, ahead of the 1446 Hajj season. The advanced cooling system, which spans the entire mosque complex, is designed to combat the intense
In a historic move, Saudi Arabia has announced that this year’s Arafat sermon, the spiritual high point of the Hajj pilgrimage will be translated into 35 languages, including Yoruba, Hausa, and Fulani, making it more accessible than ever for millions of Muslims worldwide. The announcement came from the Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand
Nigeria’s commitment to deepening global cooperation on Hajj administration was again reaffirmed as the Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, led a delegation to the 2025 Grand Hajj Symposium held in Jeddah. The high-profile gathering, hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, convened policymakers, scholars, and
In what is regarded as the spiritual journey of a lifetime, millions of Muslim faithful from across the globe have begun converging on the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, a profound religious obligation deeply rooted in Islamic faith and heritage. For many Nigerian Muslims and their counterparts worldwide,
As preparations intensify for the upcoming Eid Al-Adha festivities, a significant shift is unfolding in livestock markets across Saudi Arabia, with prices of sacrificial animals witnessing a noticeable drop. This development follows a strategic policy decision by the Saudi government to exempt imported livestock from customs duties, a move that has been widely welcomed by
