Hajj flakes for the 2025 Hajj Season

By Abdullahi Yusuf

1. There are six official Miqat entry points into Makkah and Madinah for pilgrims, based on region. Dhu’l-Hulayfah, Juhfah, Qarn al-Manazil, Yalamlam, Dhat Irq and Al-Juhfah.
2. Hajj was made compulsory in 9 AH, during the Prophet’s lifetime.
3. Prophet Muhammad pbuh performed Hajj once, famously known as the Farewell Pilgrimage in 10 AH.
4. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques is King Salman bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia.
5. The first country to arrive for Hajj 2025 was Bangladesh.
6. Movement from Nigeria to Saudi Arabia for 2025 Hajj begins Friday, 9 May.
7. Hajj registration in Nigeria closed on 2 May 2025, says NAHCON.
8. Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman urges authorities to prioritize efficiency and exceptional services to pilgrims.
9. Makinde sets timeline for pilgrims’ airlift from Ibadan Airport.
10. Haramain train adds 400,000 seats to ease pilgrim transport.
11. Bauchi Hajj officials warned to avoid misconduct in Saudi.
12. China’s first Hajj batch lands in the Kingdom.
13. Pakistan Religious Affairs Ministry sets up 24/7 helpline to support pilgrims with flight info amid travel disruptions.
14. Saudi arrests 42 violators in Makkah over illegal Hajj entry.
15. Niger State hosts Nigeria’s inaugural flight for Hajj 2025.
16.Max Air to Airlift 15,203 pilgrims, with the exercise expected to be completed by May 24 this year.