Commission Concludes Accommodation Arrangements For 2026 Hajj

Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has informed stakeholders, pilgrims, and the general public of the conclusion of accommodation arrangements for the 2026 hajj in both Makkah and Madinah, ahead of the deadlines set by the Saudi authorities.

A statement issued by his technical assistant (Media), Ahmad Muazu, said the conclusion of the accommodation uploads and the approval/acceptance by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj are in line with the directive of Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima.

He said all critical hajj arrangements should be finalised within the approved Saudi timelines to safeguard Nigeria’s operational interests.

Usman acknowledged the guidance and support of the Vice President throughout the process and notes the role played by the high-level delegation sent to Saudi Arabia, the NAHCON Board, and 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.