In a deeply spiritual and emotional phase of the annual pilgrimage, thousands of pilgrims have commenced their journey from Mina to the plains of Arafat, marking one of the most significant moments in the Hajj rites. The movement began in the early hours of the day, under the supervision of Saudi authorities, who have implemented
In a heartwarming display of care and service, a security official was seen spraying cool water over groups of pilgrims in Mina, as part of efforts to provide relief from the intense heat currently prevailing in the holy sites. The gesture, though simple, was met with gratitude by the Hujjaj, many of whom are enduring
In a solemn response to the tragic flood disaster that recently struck Mokwa and its surrounding communities, the Niger State Government has ordered the immediate cancellation of all public Sallah celebrations, including the traditional Hawan Bariki and Durbar processions, across all emirates in the state. The directive comes from His Excellency, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago,
Thousands of Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj exercise have successfully arrived at their designated tents in Mina, marking a key phase in the annual pilgrimage. The pilgrims, who were transported in organized batches from Makkah earlier today, will spend the day resting and engaging in spiritual reflection ahead of the most significant rite
As the annual Hajj pilgrimage reaches its spiritual peak, Muslim faithful from across the globe have converged in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to partake in one of Islam’s most significant rites, the Day of Tarwiyah. Marking the 8th day of Dhul-Hijjah, this day signifies the official beginning of the Hajj rituals and serves as a spiritual
As Muslim pilgrims from Nigeria and beyond gather in the sacred plains of Arafah for one of the most spiritually significant moments of Hajj, global attention turns once again to Masjid Al-Namirah, a mosque steeped in Islamic history and revered for its central role on the Day of Arafah. Located in the heart of Arafah,
A 70-year-old pilgrim from Uruguay has made headlines for fulfilling his lifelong dream of performing Hajj, two decades after converting to Islam. The elderly pilgrim, whose identity was not disclosed, arrived in Makkah as part of the over 1.5 million foreign pilgrims participating in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage. His journey marks a deeply emotional milestone,
In preparation for the core rites of Hajj 2025, pilgrims from Oyo State, Nigeria, are currently undergoing a screening exercise conducted by Mashariq Al Dhahabia, one of the accredited Hajj service providers in Saudi Arabia. The screening, which is part of standard protocol for ensuring smooth and secure pilgrimage logistics, is aimed at verifying each
Pilgrims from Ogun State, Nigeria, have commenced their official movement to Mina, signaling the start of the core rites of Hajj 2025. The movement, coordinated by the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board in collaboration with Saudi service providers, began in the early hours of Wednesday as part of the planned schedule for Nigerian contingents.
In a stern warning ahead of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced that any resident found attempting to perform the sacred Islamic rite without the necessary official permit will be subject to immediate deportation and barred from re-entering the country for a period of ten years. This declaration was made
