NAHCON Concludes 2026 Hajj Accommodation Arrangements Ahead Of Saudi Deadline
By Abdullahi Yusuf
The Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, says the Commission has concluded accommodation arrangements for the 2026 Hajj in both Makkah and Madinah, ahead of the deadline set by Saudi Authorities.
This is contained in a statement signed by
Ahmad Muazu,Technical Assistant (Media) to the Chairman/CEO, NAHCON.
Muazu said the conclusion of the accommodation uploads and approval/acceptance by the Saudi ministry of Hajj is in line with the directive of Vice President Kashim Shettima that all critical Hajj arrangements should be finalised within approved Saudi timelines to safeguard Nigeria’s operational interests.
He said Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman had acknowledged the guidance and support of the Vice President throughout the process and noted the role played by the high-level delegation sent to Saudi Arabia, the NAHCON Board, the Nusuk Masar team, the leadership of the Forum of State Pilgrims Welfare Boards, NAHCON staff and relevant stakeholders involved in the accommodation process.
“With the conclusion of these arrangements, Nigeria has secured its accommodation for the 2026 Hajj and is positioned among countries that have completed this critical requirement within the prescribed timelines.
“The Commission now proceeds to the next phase of operational preparations for the 2026 Hajj,” the statement added.