NAHCON’s advance team departs for Saudi Arabia
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially commenced the 2025 Hajj operations with the departure of its advance team to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
According to a statement by the Principal Information Officer of the commission, Shafii Mohammed, on Monday in Abuja, the team is responsible for establishing the groundwork for the entire Hajj operation, including accommodation arrangements, airport reception protocols, and coordination with Saudi Hajj authorities.
The team, comprising key operational staff and senior members of the National Medical Team, departed Abuja on Monday.
Its efforts will pave the way for the seamless arrival and welfare of Nigerian pilgrims, medical personnel, and state officials.
“The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially commenced the 2025 Hajj operations with the departure of its Advance Team to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The team, comprising key operational staff and senior members of the National Medical Team, departed Abuja on Monday following a farewell ceremony held at the Hajj House,” the statement said.
Delivering a goodwill message to the team before their departure at the commission headquarters in Abuja, Commissioner for Planning, Research, Statistics, Information and Library Services (PRSILS) Abubakar Yagawal, a professor, described its role as central and strategic to the operation’s success.
“You (team) are expected to carry out your responsibilities with the highest level of responsibility, dedication, and patience,” he said.
He further urged them to approach their tasks with purpose, integrity, and impartiality.
