Hajj 2026: Nigerian Pilgrim, 70, Dies in Makkah Ahead of Hajj
The Nasarawa State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has confirmed the death of Hajiya Rukayya Haliru, a Nigerian pilgrim who passed away after falling ill in Makkah.
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Hajj 2026: Nigerian Governor Gives 200 Riyals and Free Ihram to Each Hajj Pilgrim
Kano State’s 3,620 pilgrims head to Saudi Arabia from May 14, with cash support, free Ihram, and a direct message from the governor to represent Nigeria with honour.
Hajj 2026: Nigeria Hajj Flights at Risk as Fuel Costs Triple
Jet fuel surge adds ₦126 million per flight, airlines warn operations may not continue.
Hajj 2026: Nigerian Mother and Son Die in Road Crash 13 Days Before Hajj Flight
A Kano family loses two members just days before their planned journey to Makkah.
Explosion at Nigerian Maiduguri Mosque Kills 5 During Prayers
Explosion at Maiduguri mosque leaves five dead and 35 injured, with police recovering fragments of a suicide vest in latest attack in Nigeria’s troubled northeast.
Saudi Red Crescent Saves Life of Nigerian Hajj 2025 Pilgrim After Cardiac Arrest at Miqat Mosque
Emergency teams in Madinah revive 65-year-old woman through rapid CPR efforts, showcasing the Kingdom’s high-level medical readiness to serve Hajj pilgrims.
Saudi Arabia Temporarily Suspends Visas for 14 Countries Due To Hajj 2025
In preparation for the upcoming Hajj season 1446/2025, Saudi Arabia has temporarily halted the issuance of new short-term visas—including business, e-tourist, and family visit visas—for citizens of 14 countries. This measure, effective from April 13, 2025, aims to better coordinate arrivals and ensure safety during the pilgrimage.
Saudi Arabia Bans 1-Year Visit Visa for 14 Countries to Curb Illegal Hajj Pilgrims
Single-entry permits replace 1-year visas for key countries starting February 2025.
Nigeria Awards Hajj 2025 Tickets To Quran Contest Winners
Kano Governor Rewards Quran Recitation Winners with Hajj Seats and Cash Prizes
Nigerian Mosque Fire Kills 21, 45 Injured (UPDATED)
People injured in the incident includes children as well.
Over 10 Dead, Several Injured As Mosque’s Roof Collapsed In Nigeria
As a result of the Rescue Team’s ongoing operations, the death Toll continues to rise.
Muslims Pay Money To Free Abducted Christian Worshippers in Nigeria
Following the Muslim community’s payment of money and purchase of a motorcycle for the bandits, the 16 abducted…
Gunmen attack a mosque in Northern Nigeria, killed 18 worshipers
At least 18 worshipers were reportedly killed after armed men attacked a mosque in northern Nigeria.
110 Muslims Have Been Killed in an Attack by Boko Haram in Nigeria
According to the United Nations coordinator in Nigeria, at least 110 Muslims have been brutally killed in an…
Gunmen Kidnapped 40 and Killed 5 In Mosque Attack in Nigeria
In a Nigerian mosque, a Gunmen kidnapped 40 as well as killed over 5 while attacking a mosque…