Jigawa Opens 2027 Hajj Registration, Sets N7.5m Initial Deposit
The Jigawa State Pilgrims Welfare Board has commenced registration for the 2027 Hajj exercise, announcing an initial deposit of N7.5 million for intending pilgrims. The board also warned that registration will close in 87 days, in line with the timeline set by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and Saudi Arabian authorities. Director-General of […]
NAHCON Boss Emphasises Pilgrims’ Education Ahead of 2026 Hajj
The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Ismail Abba Yusuf, has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to strengthening pilgrims’ education and spiritual preparedness ahead of the 2026 Hajj. Yusuf made this known during the inauguration of the 2026 Hajj Ulama Team at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja, where he urged Islamic clerics to […]
CSO Alleges Passport Substitution In 2026 Hajj Registration
A civil society organisation, Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), has alleged cases of passport substitution in some states following the reopening of the data upload portal for the 2026 Hajj registration. The group said it uncovered the practice during ongoing monitoring of the registration process but did not name the affected states. According to IHR, some […]
Tinubu Nominates Ismail Abba Yusuf As NAHCON Chairman
President Bola Tinubu has nominated Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). The announcement was made in a statement on Wednesday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. “President Tinubu sent a letter today to the Senate President, […]
