Hajj Flakes – Monday, 12 May 2025 | 14 Dhul-Qa’dah 1446 AH
By Abdullahi Yusuf
- Saudi expansion efforts at the Prophet’s Mosque introduced triple gates, such as King Saud Gate, which spans Gates 7, 8, and 9.
- The Mosque was once the Prophet Muhammad’s home, courtroom, and community centre, accessed through various gates.
- The Saudi Expansion projects at the masjid preserved and amplified Islamic art and calligraphy, especially across entry points.
- Bab Umar ibn Khattab includes Gates 16, 17, and 18, honouring the second Caliph of Islam.
- Ottoman architects shaped the gate aesthetics, leaving behind iconic domes and intricate inscriptions.
- Bab Makkah (Gate 37) points toward Makkah, signifying direction and orientation.
- Bab Ul Baqi (Gate 41) faces the revered Jannat al-Baqi graveyard, resting place of many Companions.
- A new Saudi app now allows pilgrims to digitally display their Hajj permits, easing movement and verification.
- The first batch of Ghanaian pilgrims has arrived in Jeddah for Hajj 2025. About 6,000 pilgrimsare expected from Ghana this year, marking an increase of 2,000 from the previous year.
- First batch of Ogun pilgrims has safely arrived in Madinah for the 2025 Hajj.
- Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais announces over 100 multilingual awareness and enrichment centers to be launched at Masjid al-Haram. These will offer translated Qur’ans, guides on belief and rituals, and resources promoting moderation and intellectual security as part of the 1446 Hajj operational plan.
- Nigeria: A total of 6,734 pilgrims from 9 States airlifted to Madina by 4 Airlines from 6 airports in a 17 flight operations in 4 days.
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