The sacred journey of a lifetime has officially commenced for thousands of Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj, as they began their solemn movement from the holy city of Madinah to Makkah — the spiritual epicentre of Islam. The transition, which started earlier this week, follows the pilgrims’ stay in Madinah where they offered
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
In what many described as a taste of home away from home, Nigerian pilgrims performing the 2025 Hajj were treated to a culturally rich dinner experience on Monday, May 12, 2025. Pilgrims from Nasarawa and Bauchi States expressed delight as they were served familiar local dishes during their evening meal in the Kingdom of Saudi
The city of Madinah has opened its arms once again to pilgrims from across the world, including thousands from Nigeria, providing a serene, secure, and well-organized environment as this year’s Hajj activities begin in earnest. Upon arrival at the Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Nigerian pilgrims were greeted with exceptional hospitality by Saudi authorities,
