In a proactive step to improve the pilgrimage experience for Nigerians, the Saudi Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah recently engaged in an interactive session with key Nigerian stakeholders, including the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and two major service providers involved in the Hajj operations. The meeting, aimed at enhancing the planning and
In a move aimed at strengthening collaboration and fine-tuning operational strategies for the successful execution of the 2025 Hajj exercise, the Deputy Coordinator of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Makkah Office, Mr. Alidu Shutti, led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Deputy Consul General at the Nigerian Consulate in Jeddah, Kingdom
An official of a State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has raised concerns over a lack of critical information regarding the location of medical facilities for Nigerian pilgrims in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, ahead of the 2025 Hajj exercise. The official, who spoke to Hajj Reporters under the condition of anonymity, expressed frustration and disbelief at the
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has confirmed that more than 77 percent of the total number of Nigerian pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj exercise have already been successfully airlifted to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This was disclosed by the commission’s Assistant Director of Public Affairs, Fatima Sanda Usara, who praised the smooth
Former Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Alhaji Zikrullah Kunle Hassan, has reaffirmed the transformative power of Zakat in addressing poverty and empowering communities, calling for strategic reforms in its administration across the country. Speaking at the 2025/1446AH Zakat Distribution Ceremony of The Companion in Lagos, where over N119 million was disbursed
ABUJA — The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially inaugurated the National Media Team for the 2025 Hajj exercise, marking a critical step in strengthening information dissemination and real-time reportage during this year’s pilgrimage. The inauguration, which took place at NAHCON headquarters in Abuja on Monday, brought together seasoned journalists from various reputable
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has confirmed that a total of 14,165 Nigerian pilgrims have so far been successfully transported to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the ongoing 2025 Hajj exercise. This figure, according to the commission, represents 34.4 percent of the overall number of pilgrims expected to participate in this year’s
The first wave of Nigerian pilgrims has started arriving in the holy city of Madinah ahead of the 2025 Hajj rites, with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) fully mobilized to ensure a smooth and dignified reception process. According to updates from the NAHCON officials stationed in Saudi Arabia, the commission’s National Reception and
The Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, alongside key members of the Commission’s leadership, arrived at the Port Harcourt International Airport for a pivotal inspection and engagement. The delegation included the Commissioners for Operations, Public-Private Partnership and Mobilization Fund (PPMF), and Planning, Research, Statistics, and Information Liaison Services
The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has taken a significant step in health compliance ahead of the 2025 Hajj by receiving his vaccination at the Hajj House, Abuja. The move is part of preparations to ensure that all Nigerian pilgrims meet Saudi Arabia’s strict health regulations for
