Attack on one is attack on all, say Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan in joint defence pact
Muslim News Nigeria The Makkah agreement says an armed attack on any of the three countries will be treated as an…
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NAHCON seeks gradual migration to Saudi’s proposed B2B Hajj model
* Says immediate implementation could weaken existing Hajj structures The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has appealed…
Hajj Mabrur completes successful Umrah, extends Bonanza registration
* Says Saudi’s proposed B2B Hajj model will create new opportunities for operators About 50 Nigerian pilgrims currently…
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…
Saudi envoy to Nigeria assumes additional diplomatic role in Benin
The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Nigeria, Yousef Al Balawi, has officially assumed additional diplomatic…
Millions expected as Iran begins week long funeral ceremonies for slain Supreme Leader Khamenei
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and dozens of foreign leaders and delegations arrive in Tehran as millions of mourners are…
Saudi Arabia wins top UN honour for excellence in public service
* Award recognises innovation and digital transformation in the government sector The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority…
Saudi Arabia unveils new Kiswa for Holy Kaaba to herald Hijrah 1448AH
* Decorated with 825kg of silk, gold, plated silver, Qur’anic embroidery Saudi Arabia has replaced the Kiswa of…
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…
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…