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Published on May 9, 2025

FAAN upgrades Lagos Hajj terminal’s facilities

Ahead of the commencement of airlift of Muslim pilgrims in Lagos, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has upgraded facilities at the Hajj terminal at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) to ensure seamless facilitation of pilgrims …

Source: Daily Trust - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

2025 Hajj: We ‘re 100% ready for pilgrims’ airlift – FAAN

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Thursday declared that its facilities are ready for the 2025 hajj operations as airlines commence flight operations for intending pilgrims into the Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in the …

Source: Blueprint Newspapers Limited - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

Hajj Mabrur and farewell to our pilgrims

The die is cast. The airlifting of intending pilgrims to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for 2025 Hajj begins today. The inaugural flight will take off from Owerri, capital city of Imo State with Air Peace airline conveying a total of 315 pilgrims from Imo, …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on May 9, 2025

Travel light, stay comfortable, Hajj pilgrims told

Source: Gulf News - Gov't Propaganda
Published on May 8, 2025

Yemeni national arrested in Makkah for promoting fake Hajj campaign

Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Security patrols in Makkah have arrested a Yemeni resident for involving in fraudulent acts related to Hajj. It was found that the Yemeni resident posted deceptive Hajj campaign advertisements on social media, falsely offering …

Source: Saudi Gazette - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

Hajj 2025: CSO urges all involved in serving pilgrims to act with fear of God

As the airlift of this year’s intending pilgrims to Hajj 2025 commences today, a faith-based Civil Society Organization, Independent Hajj Reporters, has called on all involved providing one for of service or another to act with the fear of God. IHR states …

Source: Eagle Online - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

21,804 Pakistani intending pilgrims arrive in Madinah so far via 87 Pre-Hajj Flights

- Advertisement - - Advertisement - - Advertisement - By Raziq Ali Shah MADINAH al MUNAWWARAH, May 08 (APP): The Pakistan Hajj Mission has, so far, received 21,804 intending pilgrims who have arrived in the city of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) via …

Source: Associated Press of Pakistan - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Hajj 2025: Helpline launched for Pakistani pilgrims amid air travel disruption

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has set up a helpline to aid Hajj pilgrims with updated information regarding their flight schedules. The announcement comes as air travel from Pakistan experiences disruption in …

Source: Pakistan Observer - Pro-Government
Published on May 8, 2025

Kevin Hart’s Controversial Show in Jeddah Sparks Outrage Amid Hajj Season

Watan-In a shocking irony, the sacred Islamic ritual of Hajj coincided with a controversial American comedy show held in Jeddah, as part of the “Jeddah Season” entertainment program. The show, performed by comedian Kevin Hart—known for his bold style and …

Source: Watan - Indeterminate
Published on May 8, 2025

Hajj: Do not tarnish Oyo State’s image, follow rules – Makinde warns pilgrims

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has tasked intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia to follow the laid down rules and regulations. Makinde gave the directives during his farewell message to intending pilgrims who have been certified to perform this year’s …

Source: Daily Post - Neutral