VP Shettima commends NAHCON for seamless 2026 Hajj operations, sets benchmark for future pilgrimages
Muslim News Nigeria Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) for what he described as…
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Operational Analysis: X-Raying the Spirit Behind the New Guidelines for Private Hajj and Umrah Tour Operators (I)
By Ibrahim Muhammad National Coordinator, Independent Hajj Reporters The drive to regulate private Hajj operators is gathering momentum…
FAAN upgrades Lagos pilgrim terminal for seamless Hajj travel
* Features 300-seat lounge, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioned mosque, enhanced security The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus…
Saudi Arabia records surge in Umrah arrivals as Nigeria begins 2027 Hajj preparations
* 931,500 pilgrims enter Kingdom at start of 1448 AH Umrah season * NAHCON sets ₦4m initial deposit…
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…