The last flight of the Nigerian Pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj in Saudi Arabia has safely landed at Kaduna International Airport.
This marks the successful conclusion of the return airlift operations by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria following the completion of the 2025 Hajj exercise.
The final flight which departed King Abdul-Aziz International Airport, Jeddah at about half past ten in the morning had 88 pilgrims onboard.
A statement issued by the NAHCON Assistant Director Information and Publication, Fatima Sanda Usara quoted the Commission Chairman, Professor Abdullah Saleh Usman as expressing profound gratitude to Almighty Allah for the smooth and successful Hajj exercise.
He attributed the success to the spirit of unity and cooperation demonstrated by the State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards, officials, airline operators and other service providers, as well as obedience of the pilgrims to the laid down guidelines.
The Chairman urged the returning pilgrims to continue praying for Nigeria and its leaders at all levels.
The return leg operation spanned 20 days after commencing on 13th of June, 2025.
