NEWS

Gateway Air Ready to Airlift Hajj Pilgrims — Abiodun

Daily Dispatch September 12, 2026

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed the readiness of Gateway Air, the state-owned airline, to airlift not only Ogun pilgrims to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Hajj, but also intending pilgrims from other South-West states. The Governor said Ogun would explore opportunities

NEWS

Nigeria Begins Early Preparations for 2026 Hajj, Secures 95,000 Slots

Daily Dispatch September 24, 2025

Just weeks after the conclusion of the 2025 Hajj, Nigeria has launched preparations for next year’s pilgrimage, with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) taking proactive steps to prevent the logistical challenges experienced in the past. The Commission has already secured 95,000 slots for Nigerian pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj, and is aligning its […]

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Saudi authority unveils roadmap for 2024 Hajj

Daily Dispatch July 2, 2023

The Saudi Arabian Ministry for Hajj and Umrah, on Friday in Makkah, unveiled a roadmap for the 2024 Hajj. The Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr Tawfiq Al Rabiah, unveils the roadmap at a ceremony attended by the Heads and Representatives of Hajj Missions in the kingdom. The meeting was to mark the end […]

BUSINESS

NAHCON, Jaiz Bank sign agreement on saving for Hajj

Daily Dispatch September 10, 2020

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), on Thursday signed an agreement with the Jaiz Bank Plc, for a Hajj Savings Scheme in the country. NAHCON Executive Chairman, Alhaji Zikrullahi Hassan, said this while signing the agreement designed to fast-track the implementation of the scheme. Hassan explained that scheme was enshrined in NAHCON Establishment Act, […]