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Security analyst Bashir Kurfi claimed some notorious bandit leaders received state-backed incentives, including Hajj sponsorship, under past peace initiatives.

About 40,000 Nigerians participated in the 2026 Hajj ritual.

NAHCON said Max Air will begin the return operation on 3 June with pilgrims from Nasarawa State, while Flynas and ...

The operation, which began on 3 May, saw a total of 98 flights conducted within 18 days — averaging about ...

The announcement ushers in one of the most significant months in Islam.

The executive chairman said that Kaduna State has secured one of the best accommodations in Makka, which is close to ...

The Bauchi State official had asked the court for permission to travel to Saudi Arabia for the Muslim pilgrimage, Hajj, ...

The milestone not only marked the commencement of Hajj operations in the state but also positioned Ogun as a rising ...

The first international operation planned for the airport is the airlift of Muslim pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for the ...

PREMIUM TIMES reported that the Saudi authorities closed the Nusuk Masar data-capturing platform for the 2026 intending pilgrims on 8 ...

The two countries expressed commitment to work closely to address concerns relating to Umrah visa access for Nigerians, particularly issues ...

The Katsina governor further directed early preparations, clearer role definitions, and strict discipline in Hajj operations

The commission said the two firms were retained following their strong performance in 2025.

The governor emphasised that all available communication channels—radio, television, social media, and community meetings should be used to reach intending ...

Mr Labbo was honoured for midwifing innovations that transformed and made the Hajj exercise in Jigawa one of the best ...

The commission said the Saudi authorities will no longer grant grace periods once the registration portal is closed.

The lawmakers also commended the Board leadership for providing adequate accommodation, and meals as well as transportation arrangements for the ...

Mina is the location for multiple religious rituals essential for Hajj pilgrims.

“For some obvious reasons, my views about world politics, the Saudi authorities are uncomfortable about my presence in Hajj after ...

SSS officers screening intending pilgrims recognised the suspects at two camps and promptly arrested them.

The Board announced that a total of 930 intending pilgrims are expected to perform this year's hajj from the state.

Nigerians intending to go for Hajj are required to get vaccinated from Meningococcal Meningitis, Yello Fever, polio and seasonal Influenza ...

The spokesperson admitted that the development is a cause for concern but assured that despite differing opinions, all parties share ...