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Fire Breaks Out at Mecca Hotel Hosting Nigerian Pilgrims
A devastating fire broke out on Saturday at the Imaratus Sanan Hotel, situated in the Sharamansur district of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. At the time, the hotel was accommodating over 480 Nigerian pilgrims who had traveled for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage through private tour operators. The blaze caused significant damage to various parts of the building, […]
Nigerian Pilgrims to Return Starting June 9 – NAHCON
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially announced that the repatriation of Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj will commence on June 9. This marks the beginning of the organized transportation of pilgrims returning to Nigeria after fulfilling their sacred duties in the holy cities of Mecca and Mina. Prof. Abdullahi Saleh, […]
Two Nigerian Pilgrims Die During 2025 Hajj in Saudi Arabia
The 2025 Hajj pilgrimage has been marked by tragedy as two Nigerian pilgrims have been confirmed dead while performing religious rites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The incidents, though unrelated, have cast a somber mood over the Nigerian contingent participating in this year’s pilgrimage. The most recent death occurred on the sacred plains of […]
2,700 Nigerian Pilgrims Miss 2025 Hajj as Saudi Closes Visa Portal
The Saudi Arabian government has officially closed its electronic visa portal for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, resulting in 2,717 Nigerian intending pilgrims being unable to participate in this year’s sacred journey. These individuals had made full arrangements with various licensed private tour operators, holding onto hope for a last-minute reopening of the portal—particularly following the […]
Gombe Gov Cautions Hajj Pilgrims: Shun Drugs, Money Laundering
In a strong call to integrity and national pride, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has warned the 2025 Hajj pilgrims from the state against engaging in drug trafficking, money laundering, or any act capable of damaging Nigeria’s reputation abroad. The warning was issued during a farewell ceremony held on Sunday, May 18, in […]
Hajj 2025: Committee Inspects Pilgrims’ Feeding Facilities
As preparations heighten for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has taken significant steps to ensure the welfare of Nigerian pilgrims. The Madinah feeding committee, led by Alhaji Abdullahi Kabir, conducted an extensive inspection of all seven kitchens contracted to provide meals during the Hajj exercise. According to a statement […]