The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) announced, Nigerian pilgrims in Madinah have started their journey to Makkah.
After staying in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, for four (4) days, the first contingent of 1,874 Nigerian Pilgrims from Imo, Bauchi, Kebbi, Osun and Kogi states, have began moving to Makkah today, Wednesday 14 May, 2025.
The pilgrims will perform Umrah (Lesser Hajj) immediately they arrive Makkah today.
According to NAHCON (X/@nigeriahajjcom): “Hajj 2025: Nigerian Pilgrims Begin Journey from Madinah to Makkah.
“After spending four days in Madinah, the Prophet’s City, the first contingent of 1,874 Nigerian Pilgrims from Imo, Bauchi, Kebbi, Osun and Kogi states, have started moving to Makkah today, Wednesday, 14 May 2025. This marks the first set of Nigerian Pilgrims to enter Makkah for the 2025 Hajj from Nigeria, representing a significant milestone in Nigeria’s participation in this year’s Hajj.
“En route to Makkah, the Pilgrims will stop at Miqat Dhul Hulaifa, where they will enter the state of Ihram, a significant moment that marks their transition into a state of ritual purity and devotion. The Pilgrims are expected to perform Umrah (Lesser Hajj) immediately upon arrival into Makkah today. Officials are working diligently on the ground to facilitate the smooth transitions and distribute Nusuk cards an essential document that allows the Pilgrims access to Makkah and subsequently the Masha’er (Holy Sites of Muna, Muzdalifah and Arafat).”
