In Islam, the act of Qurbani, also known as Udhiyah, is a significant ritual performed during Eid al-Adha to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham’s) unwavering devotion to Allah. The practice involves the sacrifice of an animal, typically a sheep, goat, cow, or camel, during the first three days of Eid al-Adha (10th to 13th of Dhul-Hijjah).
Authorities responsible for security during the annual Hajj pilgrimage have intensified enforcement of permit regulations to ensure the safety and orderly movement of pilgrims. The measure comes amid growing concerns over crowd control and the prevention of unauthorized access to key ritual sites. Security operatives, including Saudi police and Hajj supervisors, have been closely monitoring
In a remarkable display of honesty and integrity, a Nigerian pilgrim from Plateau State, Hajiya Zainab, has returned the sum of $5,000 she found at the revered Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to its rightful owner—a fellow pilgrim from Russia. The incident, which occurred during a prayer session at the Grand Mosque, has drawn
In the heart of Islam, the pilgrimage to Makkah—known as Hajj—remains one of the most significant spiritual duties for Muslims across the globe. For the faithful in Nigeria and beyond, understanding who must undertake this holy journey and who is exempt is vital for religious adherence and spiritual preparedness. As KIIN360 investigates, the sacred obligation
Tragedy struck the Nigerian contingent currently on pilgrimage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as two of its members have been confirmed dead while performing the sacred rites of the 2025 Hajj in the holy city of Makkah. The deceased pilgrims have been identified as 75-year-old Adizatu Dazumi from Edo State and prominent Abia businessman,
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially declared that the sacred Hajj pilgrimage for this year will commence on Tuesday, June 4, following the sighting of the crescent moon which signifies the beginning of Dhu Al Hijjah, the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The announcement was made during a press briefing
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has introduced the Makkah Route Initiative, a strategic program designed to ease the pilgrimage process and improve the overall Hajj experience for foreign pilgrims. The initiative enables pilgrims to complete essential immigration, customs, and health formalities in their home countries before arriving in Saudi Arabia, significantly reducing wait times upon
Saudi Arabia has officially unveiled plans to deploy advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems to enhance crowd management, safety, and logistical efficiency during the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage in 2025, which corresponds to the Islamic year 1446 AH. With more than two million Muslim faithful expected to gather from various parts of the globe, authorities say the
As the holy city of Makkah prepares to welcome millions of Muslims from across the world for Hajj 2025 (1446 AH), the Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA) has revealed that a total of 900 ambulances will be deployed to provide emergency medical services throughout the duration of the pilgrimage. This massive mobilization forms part of
A Nigerian female pilgrim from Tsafe Local Government Area in Zamfara State has given birth to a healthy baby in Madinah less than 48 hours after arriving for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The delivery, which took place shortly after her arrival in the holy city, has attracted widespread attention among the Nigerian Hajj community. The
