* 46 beneficiaries receive commissions, rebates and incentives
* Earn halal income by referring pilgrims, says Alhaji Solate
Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading private Hajj and Umrah tour operators, has rewarded its accredited marketers, referral partners and stakeholders with a total of ₦25 million in commissions, rebates and incentives following the successful completion of its 2026 Hajj operations.
The reward package, regarded as one of the largest incentive schemes by a private Hajj and Umrah operator in Nigeria, reflects the company’s commitment to recognising individuals and organisations whose efforts have helped thousands of intending pilgrims perform Hajj according to the Qur’an and the Sunnah.
Speaking with Muslim News on Tuesday, the Managing Director of Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited, Alhaji Abdul Hameed Solate, said the commission initiative is not a recent innovation but a longstanding programme introduced to encourage Muslims to guide intending pilgrims to reliable Hajj and Umrah services.
According to him, Hajj Mabrur pioneered one of the earliest structured commission systems in Nigeria’s private Hajj industry and has sustained it for years because of its belief that those who assist fellow Muslims to fulfil one of the five pillars of Islam deserve appreciation.
“We have operated this commission programme for many years because we believe those who help fellow Muslims fulfil one of the pillars of Islam deserve to be recognised and rewarded. This is our own way of appreciating their efforts while encouraging more people to participate in this noble service,” he said.
Alhaji Solate explained that every intending pilgrim who registers and completes payment through an accredited marketing representative or referral partner automatically qualifies the referring agent for commission.
“Once an intending pilgrim registers and pays through any of our accredited representatives, the marketer becomes eligible for commission. Some beneficiaries received their commissions immediately after the outbound airlift while others were paid after the return operations. In every case, payment was made directly into their bank accounts.”
He added that the commission scheme has become an integral part of the company’s operations, reflecting its enduring commitment to transparency, accountability and rewarding loyalty.
How the ₦25 million was shared
Muslim News gathered that the ₦25 million incentive package was shared among 46 beneficiaries across three categories.
The first category comprised 11 accredited marketing representatives who collectively received ₦8.5 million in commissions for referring intending pilgrims.
The second category consisted of 26 members of The Muslim Congress and its Al Mu’minaat Women Wing, the Islamic organisation that established Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited. They received a combined ₦7.5 million in appreciation of their continued support and contributions to the company’s activities.
The third category recognised nine emerging marketers promoting the company’s services. Each beneficiary received ₦1 million, bringing the total for the category to ₦9 million.
Celebrating 25 years of service
The 2026 Hajj season also coincides with the silver jubilee of Hajj Mabrur Ventures Limited. Established in 2001 following the success of Al Multaqah, a professional development programme organised by The Muslim Congress in 2000, Hajj Mabrur was conceived primarily as a dawah project rather than a purely commercial enterprise.
The founders envisioned an organisation that would help Muslims perform Hajj and Umrah according to the Qur’an and the Sunnah while enjoying quality hospitality, sound spiritual guidance and professional travel management.
Twenty five years later, the company has grown into one of Nigeria’s leading private Hajj and Umrah operators. Beyond pilgrimage services, it has expanded into ticketing, hotel reservations, logistics, cargo services and event management.
Its slogan, Simply Hospitality, Truly Spirituality, continues to define its philosophy of combining excellent customer service with authentic Islamic teachings.
Hajj Mabrur exists for the benefit of the Ummah, says Adebayo
The Head of Business Development and Marketing, Imam Mansur Adebayo, described the reward initiative as more than a commission scheme, saying it is part of Hajj Mabrur’s broader mission to strengthen an institution established for the benefit of the Muslim Ummah.
According to him, Hajj Mabrur belongs to the Muslim community through The Muslim Congress (TMC) and was created to simplify access to Hajj and Umrah while ensuring pilgrims perform the sacred rites correctly.
“Our mission has always been service before profit. We encourage Muslims to patronise and promote Hajj Mabrur because every success recorded by the company ultimately benefits the Muslim community,” he said.
Imam Adebayo added that Hajj Mabrur pioneered several innovations that later became reference points within Nigeria’s private Hajj industry, including deploying qualified Islamic scholars to accompany pilgrims throughout Hajj, organising comprehensive pre-Hajj orientation programmes, providing Nigerian meals in Saudi Arabia through members of The Muslim Congress Women Wing, Al-Mu’minaat, and maintaining a robust medical team comprising doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
He encouraged Muslims, professionals, organisations and community leaders to become accredited referral partners, explaining that the initiative is open to individuals who are willing to connect intending pilgrims with Hajj Mabrur.
According to him, participants stand to benefit in two ways. They earn legitimate commissions from the company while also hoping for Allah’s reward in the Hereafter for helping fellow Muslims fulfil one of the greatest obligations in Islam.
“Whoever guides another person towards goodness shares in the reward. By referring intending pilgrims to Hajj Mabrur, you earn lawful income through our commission scheme while also hoping for Allah’s immense reward for facilitating an act of worship,” he said.
‘It came as a great relief,’ beneficiaries commend Hajj Mabrur’s reward scheme
Several beneficiaries described the initiative as unprecedented in Nigeria’s private Hajj industry, saying the commissions provided much needed financial relief amid the current economic hardship while strengthening their confidence in the company’s integrity.
One of the beneficiaries, Ustadh Ibrahim Alamutu, who has partnered with Hajj Mabrur since 2010, disclosed that he received ₦1,560,713 as commission for the 2026 Hajj exercise.
He described Hajj Mabrur as one of Nigeria’s most dependable Hajj operators because of its consistency in providing quality services, proper religious guidance and prompt fulfilment of its obligations.
“HMVL stands out among Hajj operators in Nigeria. Their Hajj and Umrah services are top notch. Meals, flight arrangements and spiritual guidance are excellent. Even someone with little knowledge of Hajj will perform the rites properly with Hajj Mabrur.”
He added that the commission came at a crucial time.
“It came as a great relief. With the present harsh economy, it positively impacted me.”
He urged more Muslims to enrol as accredited referral partners, describing the programme as “income connected to ibadah.”
Hajj Mabrur’s commission felt like a jackpot, says LASU lecturer
For another beneficiary, Journalism lecturer at Lagos State University, Dr Ganiyat Tijani Adenle, the commission came as a pleasant surprise.
She said she merely referred her sister for the 2026 Hajj exercise without expecting any financial benefit.
“I was surprised when I was asked to send my account details and was paid ₦191,500.”
According to her, the payment came at a particularly difficult period when she urgently needed funds to repair her vehicle.
“The commission came when I was really broke. It felt like I hit a jackpot.”
Having personally performed Hajj through Hajj Mabrur in 2013, she praised the company for combining authentic Islamic guidance with exceptional customer service.
She encouraged Muslims to become referral partners, noting that they could earn lawful commissions while helping others fulfil one of Islam’s greatest obligations.
Previous beneficiaries praise marketers’ reward scheme
Some previous beneficiaries of the marketers’ reward scheme also commended the initiative, describing it as a transparent and motivating programme that encourages Muslims to assist others in fulfilling the obligation of Hajj.
Professor Ajiboye Shuaib Osunleke of the Department of Chemical Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, described the reward as “an unexpected blessing.”
Osunleke, who was among the beneficiaries in 2025, said his relationship with Hajj Mabrur dates back to the company’s formative years.
He recalled referring intending pilgrims through his Islamic television programmes long before the current commission structure was introduced.
According to him, the company initially rewarded marketers with discounted Hajj slots before introducing direct commission payments, noting that receiving a commission in 2025 came as both a surprise and timely support.
Veteran marketer Alhaji Omotayo Bello, popularly known as Commander Bello, said his association with Hajj Mabrur spans more than 25 years, making him one of the company’s pioneer marketing representatives.
“I recommend only what I personally trust,” Bello said, attributing his continued support for the organisation to the confidence it has built over the years.
Although he had yet to receive his 2026 commission at the time of speaking, he expressed confidence that the company would fulfil its commitment.
“The amount is not the most important thing. What matters is knowing Hajj Mabrur always keeps its promises,” he added.
Another authorised marketing representative, Dr Taofeek Adegboyega, a senior lecturer and researcher who has worked with Hajj Mabrur since 2012, said financial rewards have never been his primary motivation for referring pilgrims.
He said his greatest satisfaction comes from the Prophetic teaching that whoever guides another person to a good deed receives a reward similar to that of the person performing it.
“For us, guiding Muslims to perform Hajj correctly according to the Sunnah is itself a great reward. The commission is simply an additional encouragement,” he said.
Adegboyega commended Hajj Mabrur for institutionalising a compensation model that rewards representatives while maintaining professionalism and high service standards.
As preparations begin for future Hajj and Umrah operations, the beneficiaries unanimously encouraged more Muslims to join the referral programme, saying it offers a unique opportunity to earn lawful income while participating in the noble task of helping fellow believers fulfil one of Islam’s greatest obligations.
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