2025 Hajj: Gov Zulum Commends NAHCON’s Progress, Pledges Support
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2025 Hajj: Gov Zulum Commends NAHCON’s Progress, Pledges Support
By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON has received a boost in its preparations for the 2025 Hajj operations, as the Executive Governor of Borno State, Professor Umara Zulum, pledged his support for a successful pilgrimage.
During a courtesy visit to the NAHCON headquarters in Abuja today, Governor Zulum assured the Commission’s Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, of his commitment to ensuring that all pilgrims from Borno State and Nigeria as a whole have a seamless and successful Hajj experience.
The Governor commended NAHCON for its efforts in organizing the Hajj operations, despite the challenges faced in previous years.
He identified VIP management as one of the major challenges and urged the Commission to assign competent personnel to handle VIP affairs with strict oversight.
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Governor Zulum also recommended that NAHCON ensure the equitable distribution of VIP spaces to all states that formally request them.
He advised the Commission to engage state governors early by updating them on preparations and expected procedures for the Hajj, to prevent misinformation.
NAHCON Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, expressed his delight at hosting the distinguished Governor.
He provided updates on the secured spaces for Nigerian pilgrims, including those designated for Private Tour Operators.
He assured the Governor that Hajj preparations are well advanced, with a significant number of VIP slots already reserved.
Recall that the Commission has secured over 52,000 slots for the pilgrimage as though the registration remains open until the quota is exhausted.
NAHCON urges all interested pilgrims to complete their payments as soon as possible to secure their places.
The visit was attended by other dignitaries, including two additional NAHCON Commissioners, some NAHCON Board members, senior management staff, and a representative from the Vice President’s Office.
