Saudi Highlights 50 Years of Hajj Progress
By Sadiq Abdulfatah Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah has said the Kingdom has built a world-leading model in serving pilgrims through decades of development, planning and … Read More
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Saudi Defense Ministry Unveils Major Hajj Security, Medical Plan
By Sadiq Abdulfatah Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense has announced the completion of extensive preparations for the 2026 Hajj season, deploying military, medical and operational teams across Makkah, Madinah and … Read More
Previewing the Recurring Camp Tent Headaches During Hajj Rites in Mina
By Ibrahim Muhammad Experience and records over the years have shown that between 80 and 90 per cent of the challenges that place Hajj administrators, especially the National Hajj Commission … Read More
Heat, Health Strain Affect Nigerian Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia
By Sadiq Abdulfatah Hot weather and the physical demands of Hajj are affecting Nigerian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia, where health officials say 54 people have received treatment and four deaths … Read More
Stakeholders Praise NAHCON Over Smooth Hajj Airlift
Pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia without extra charges despite global fuel price increase By Sadiq Abdulfatah Stakeholders in the ongoing Hajj operation have commended the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria … Read More
Saudi Arabia Punishes 48 Over Hajj Violations
Authorities impose heavy fines, deportation and vehicle seizure in Hajj crackdown By Sadiq Abdulfatah Saudi authorities have announced strict penalties against 48 people for violating Hajj transport regulations as part … Read More
Kaduna Flags Off 2026 Hajj Airlift
Governor urges pilgrims to obey Saudi laws, uphold discipline and pray for peace in Nigeria By Sadiq Abdulfatah Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has launched the state’s inaugural flight for … Read More
Saudi Arabia Arrests 18 Over Fake Hajj Permits
Authorities tightens security measures against forged residency papers, Nusuk cards and wristbands ahead of Hajj 2026 By Sadiq Abdulfatah Saudi authorities have arrested 18 residents for allegedly forging residency permits, … Read More
Jordan Awqaf Minister Orders Top Care for Pilgrims
By Sadiq Abdulfatah Jordan’s Minister of Awqaf, Islamic Affairs and Holy Places, Mohammad Al-Khalayleh, has called on all official teams accompanying this year’s Hajj pilgrims to provide the best possible … Read More
Ogun Hajj Airlift—A Triumph of Vision and a New Dawn for the Gateway State
By Asiwaju Kamal’deen Akintunde The successful airlift of Ogun State pilgrims from the newly constructed Gateway International Airport (GIA) yesterday marks a momentous turning point in the annals of both … Read More