President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Alhasan Yahya Abdul, has said the 2025 hajj operation is one of the best in the history of Nigeria.
Abdul stated this at the 2025 post-hajj lecture and recognition organised by the Independent Hajj Reporters.
The event themed; “For the Interest of Pilgrims” held at Auditorium Hall, National Mosque, Abuja on Thursday and was meant to analyse some of the happenings during 2025 hajj operation.
The NUJ president said the exercise was conducted smoothly despite challenges and deadlines, saying no Nigerian pilgrim missed the exercise.
However, Comrade Abdul cautioned against displaying political posters and holding political meetings during pilgrimages, saying Saudi authorities frown at such activities.
He said, “As journalists, we must also do our job in line with constitutional provision. The constitution clearly states that we must hold leaders accountable. I will refer to an incident last year in which a woman was arrested.
“All journalists covering the hajj operation must be mindful of Nigeria’s image. They must conduct themselves appropriately and project a good image of the country.
“For me, the last hajj operation was one of the best in the history of Nigeria. I thank the organisers, the officials and journalists who represented Nigeria during the exercise. Hopefully, next year’s operation will be better than what we had.
“I must commend the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), the officials and the journalists who represented Nigeria during the operation.”
