NAHCON Inaugurates Committee to Screen 2026 Hajj Operators

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has inaugurated the Committee for the Screening of 2026 Hajj Tour Operators at the Hajj House in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

The Committee comprises management staff of the Commission along with other key members, including representatives from the Secretariat.

The Director of Administration, Alhaji Alidu Shuti described the inauguration as an important milestone in preparations for the 2026 Hajj exercise.

He said; “the Commission had full confidence in the competence and capacity of the members to deliver on the crucial assignment.“

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Alhaji Shuti charged the Committee to thoroughly scrutinise all documents submitted by intending Hajj Tour Operators seeking licences for the 2026 exercise, ensuring validity, accuracy, and compliance with international best practices.

He further directed the Committee to recommend slot allocations only to qualified and competent operators.

“You are expected to submit your recommendations to the leadership of the Commission for approval or otherwise, and produce a comprehensive report of your findings at the end of the exercise,” he said.

The Director of Administration also reminded the Committee of the urgency of their task, stressing that the assignment must be completed within one week in line with the deadline set by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah for the 2026 operations.

Alhaji Shuti concluded with prayers for the success of their work, expressing optimism that their efforts would contribute significantly to the smooth conduct of the 2026 Hajj operations.

The NAHCON Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Salah represented him at the event