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Hajj 2023: VP Shettima Commends Hajj Commission, Urges Improvement in Pilgrims’ Welfare, Education

2026-10-07T15:14:43+00:00

The Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima has commended the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) for a successful 2023 hajj operations in spite of many challenges faced by the Commission. Sen. Shettima gave the commendation today when he received briefing from the management of NAHCON led by the chairman, Alhaji Zikrullah Kunle Hassan at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. According to the Vice  President, “we have to offer praises to Allah for the successful conduct of 2023 hajj, in spite of harsh conditions faced by people in the Saudi Arabia occasioned by the climate change and other factors. The temperature rose to [...]

Hajj 2023: VP Shettima Commends Hajj Commission, Urges Improvement in Pilgrims’ Welfare, Education2026-10-07T15:14:43+00:00

53 students admitted at the opening ceremony, held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at Hajj House Conference Hall, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, was declared open by the Commission’s Chairman/ Chief Executive Officer, CEO, Barrister Zikrullah Kunle Hassan.s Hajj Institute begins second stream

2026-10-07T15:25:49+00:00

The opening ceremony, held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at Hajj House Conference Hall, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, was declared open by the Commission’s Chairman/ Chief Executive Officer, CEO, Barrister Zikrullah Kunle Hassan. Muslim News gathered that the commencement of the second phase of the certificate programme was coming barely seven months after the graduation of 18 pioneer students who went through the four-week course. “It gives me great pleasure to address you at this communal location today. Allah (SWT) in his infinite mercy has spared our lives together so that we can move the Hajj industry in Nigeria significantly,” said [...]

53 students admitted at the opening ceremony, held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at Hajj House Conference Hall, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, was declared open by the Commission’s Chairman/ Chief Executive Officer, CEO, Barrister Zikrullah Kunle Hassan.s Hajj Institute begins second stream2026-10-07T15:25:49+00:00

NAHCON establishes institute to train, certify employees in hajj sector

2026-10-07T14:35:53+00:00

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has established the Hajj Institute of Nigeria to train and certify all employees in the Nigerian Hajj and Umrah sector. The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NAHCON, Alhaji Zikrullah Hassan, disclosed this on Tuesday at the opening of the institute at Hajj House in Abuja. Hassan noted that the establishment of the institute would improve the quality of manpower in the hajj and umrah sector and enable the country to be at par with global industry standards. The chairman also said that the institute would provide an avenue for skills acquisition and entrepreneurship [...]

NAHCON establishes institute to train, certify employees in hajj sector2026-10-07T14:35:53+00:00

NAHCON commissions institute to professionalise pilgrimage

2026-10-07T14:26:11+00:00

National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has commissioned an academic pilgrimage institution to enhance professionalism, manpower and create jobs for the teeming youths. Speaking, yesterday, during commissioning of the Hajj Institute of Nigeria (HIN), NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Zikrullah Kunle Hassan, noted that the new body would ensure that Nigeria remains at the forefront of global pilgrimage and Umrah industry as far as excellence is concerned. “Over a decade ago, there was a general concern among the Nigerian Ummah that Hajj was an all-comer affair, where anyone ventures into irrespective of his or her educational background. The leadership of NAHCON initiated a process [...]

NAHCON commissions institute to professionalise pilgrimage2026-10-07T14:26:11+00:00

We have begun preparations towards successful 2023 Hajj – NAHCON Chairman

2026-10-07T14:21:51+00:00

The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Alhaji Zikrullah Kunle Hassan, has listed steps towards enhanced management of the Hajj pilgrimage in Nigeria from 2023. Speaking Wednesday at the maiden interactive session with the media, Hassan stated that the commencement of the Public Private Partnership (PPP) in turning waste into riches, the official opening of the Hajj Institute of Nigeria (HIN), professionalization of the management and administration of Hajj as well as an increase in revenue of the Commission are all geared towards a better Hajj management for the country. The chairman however regretted the drastic [...]

We have begun preparations towards successful 2023 Hajj – NAHCON Chairman2026-10-07T14:21:51+00:00

2025 Hajj: Institute launches pilgrims’ satisfaction survey

2026-10-06T15:36:28+00:00

In a proactive move to elevate the quality of Hajj operations, the Hajj Institute of Nigeria (HIN) has initiated the first phase of a comprehensive pilgrims’ satisfaction survey for the 2025 Hajj exercise. The survey, currently being administered to Nigerian pilgrims participating in this year’s holy pilgrimage, seeks to gather crucial feedback on both onshore and offshore services provided by Hajj organisers. This vital initiative aims to meticulously assess the satisfaction levels of pilgrims across a spectrum of service points. These include initial registration and payment processes, pre-boarding and flight arrangements, reception at Saudi airports, transportation and accommodation in Madinah and [...]

2025 Hajj: Institute launches pilgrims’ satisfaction survey2026-10-06T15:36:28+00:00

NAHCON, ABU Sign MoU in Hajj Operations Management

2026-08-01T10:38:38+00:00

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Hajj Operations Management (MBA Hajj Operations Management). The agreement was signed on Friday, 31 July 2026, at the NAHCON Headquarters in Abuja. The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NAHCON, Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf and the Secretary to the Commission, Dr Mustapha Muhammad Ali, signed on behalf of the Commission. The Vice-Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Professor Adamu Ahmed and the Registrar, Malam Rabiu Samaila, signed on behalf of the University. In his remarks, Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf described [...]

NAHCON, ABU Sign MoU in Hajj Operations Management2026-08-01T10:38:38+00:00

Hajj 2025: NAHCON Trains Staff for Efficient Hajj Operations, embarks on Digital Transformation in Hajj Management

2025-04-20T21:37:05+00:00

By: Mariam Zubair Abubakar The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), under the leadership of Professor Abdullahi Usman Saleh, has intensified efforts to train its staff, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of Hajj operations. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency and deliver high-quality services to Nigerian pilgrims, ensuring they receive value for their money and have a seamless pilgrimage experience. Comprehensive Training for Seamless Hajj Operations In preparation for Hajj 2025, NAHCON has launched an extensive training program to improve staff competency in handling the complexities of Hajj logistics. A key focus of this initiative is training on the [...]

Hajj 2025: NAHCON Trains Staff for Efficient Hajj Operations, embarks on Digital Transformation in Hajj Management2025-04-20T21:37:05+00:00

Hajj Institute of Nigeria holds Summit on 2024 Hajj

2024-12-30T10:43:11+00:00

The Hajj Institute of Nigeria (HIN) an outfit midwifed by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) will hold its first national stakeholders’ summit on the 2024 Hajj for Hajj Officials and Aviation Industry experts beginning from 2nd May to 3rd May, 2024 at the Musa Yar’Adua International Centre, Abuja. The summit with the theme: “Partnership, Collaboration and Team work; The Tripod of success for 2024 Hajj operation” will bring together eminent personalities and discussants to drive home the successful implementation of the 2024 Hajj. The Two- day event, sponsored by Lotus Bank is expected to be declared open by the [...]

Hajj Institute of Nigeria holds Summit on 2024 Hajj2024-12-30T10:43:11+00:00

HAJJ INSTITUTE GRADUATES 2ND BATCH OF STUDENTS

2024-12-30T10:39:03+00:00

The second batch of graduates of the Hajj Institute of Nigeria (HIN) – mid-wife by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has completed the training programme with the award of professional certificates to 54 participants. The graduation ceremony marked the climax of the one month physical and virtual study for NAHCON and State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board Officials who undertook professional training in Strategic Management of Hajj and Umrah. Speaking at the graduation ceremony which was attended by a former Chairman/CEO of the Commission, Barr. Abdullahi Mukhtar, Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja, Professor Abdulrasheed Na’Allah, the Ag. Chairman/CEO [...]

HAJJ INSTITUTE GRADUATES 2ND BATCH OF STUDENTS2024-12-30T10:39:03+00:00

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