Saudi Arabia records surge in Umrah arrivals as Nigeria begins 2027 Hajj preparations
Muslim News Nigeria * 931,500 pilgrims enter Kingdom at start of 1448 AH Umrah season * NAHCON sets ₦4m initial deposit…
Hajj 2026
BREAKING: Hajj Mabrur disburses ₦25m to marketers, referral partners after successful 2026 Hajj
* 46 beneficiaries receive commissions, rebates and incentives * Earn halal income by referring pilgrims, says Alhaji Solate…
Pilgrims recount life-changing spiritual experiences after successful Hajj 2026
This report captures reflections from Nigerian pilgrims who performed Hajj 2026 under the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria…
Avoid Zamzam, other contrabands in luggage, NAHCON warns as more Nigerian pilgrims return home
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has warned Nigerian pilgrims against packing Zamzam water and other prohibited…
Nigerian pilgrims begin return journey as NAHCON commissioner urges strict luggage compliance
* Hajia Obi assures smooth return process, lauds pilgrims’ discipline The Commissioner representing the South-East Zone on the…
Meet the Nigerian scholar chosen as the Yoruba voice of the 2026 Arafah Khutbah
* Prestigious role connects millions of Yoruba-speaking Muslims to Arafah’s message A Nigerian Islamic scholar, Shaykh Idris Abdul…
Hajj 2026: NAHCON investigates after Saudi Arabia rejects substandard meals served to Nigerian pilgrims in Mina
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has launched an investigation into caterers and tour operators following the…
BREAKING: Saudi Arabia declares Hajj 2026 exceptional success
“I am pleased to announce the success of this year’s Hajj, a success marked by security, organised operations,…
Saudi Crown Prince Hosts World Leaders, Nigerian Delegation at Grand Hajj 2026 Reception
* Royal gathering underscores the Kingdom’s leadership in Hajj administration and Muslim cooperation * Opportunity to strengthen bilateral…
Nigerian pilgrims offer intensive prayers for peace, unity on day of Arafah
* As Hajj rites continue on day 3 with stoning, shaving and sacrifice * Hajj should transform character,…
It’s official: 1,707,301 pilgrims perform 2026 Hajj, Saudi Arabia declares
By our Correspondents * Figure increases by 2% from 2025, with male pilgrims accounting for 52.3 percent of…
Nigerian pilgrims join global Muslim Ummah on Arafah as Hajj 2026 reaches spiritual climax
* Sheikh Al-Hudhaifi preaches unity, mutual support in Arafat sermon Nigerian pilgrims joined over 1.7 million Muslims from…
Hajj 2026: Nigerian Ulama roll out coordinated spiritual guidance plan as pilgrims move to Mina for sacred rites
* Prayers for Nigeria to be intensified at Mashair: Prof. Alaro As Nigerian pilgrims begin their movement to…
Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs prepares over 20,000 mosques, deploys 1,822 preachers as Mina rites begin
Saudi Arabia has prepared more than 20,000 mosques and prayer halls across pilgrims’ routes and accommodation centres as…
SPECIAL REPORT: Saudi expands cooling, water and medical facilities across Mashair for Hajj 2026
•As pilgrims prepare for Mina, Arafat rites By Rasheed Abubakar and Abdullahi Abdulganiy As Nigerian pilgrims join over…