The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has commended the Independent Hajj Reporters over its ongoing engagement and positive recognition of the NAHCON leadership.
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NAHCON, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, gave the commendation when the IHR visited him.
This was revealed in a statement signed by Mariam Zubair Abubakar of NAHCON’s Public Affairs Unit on Friday.
The Commission boss appreciated IHR for seeking his audience, saying that this reaffirmed its trust in the NAHCON’s ability to uphold high standards of pilgrims’ welfare and operational excellence.
The statement quoted Prof. Usman, admitting that IHR, a Civil Society Organisation on Hajj and Umrah affairs, is a key stakeholder dedicated to ensuring accountability and quality within Nigeria’s Hajj and Umrah industry.
The visit was led by IHR’s National Coordinator, Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad.
The visit provided a valuable opportunity for a constructive exchange of ideas between the IHR and NAHCON’s authority, aimed at enhancing future Hajj operations.
During the discussions, IHR expressed its desire for NAHCON to fully harness the current momentum toward a successful 2025 Hajj season.
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Abubakar’s statement reads in part: “While acknowledging that ongoing challenges may exist, the group commended NAHCON’s resolve to move forward swiftly and decisively.
“The NAHCON Chairman informed IHR that the Commission has already begun implementing a forward-looking approach, which involves strengthening regulatory frameworks, enhancing internal processes, and reinforcing collaboration with state pilgrims’ welfare boards, licensed tour operators, and other key stakeholders.
“Professor Usman assured the visiting team that NAHCON remains committed to working tirelessly to align with the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah’s guidelines and deadlines for the 2025 Hajj.
“He affirmed that the Commission has embarked on an accelerated schedule to meet all critical timelines, despite previous setbacks that have hindered its plans. “We value the Independent Hajj Reporters as partners in progress,” the Chairman noted.
“Your insights reinforce our commitment to refining operations and ensuring that we not only meet but exceed the expectations of Nigerian pilgrims.”
Speaking further during the visit, the IHR National Coordinator said the organisation is keen on advancing robust capacity-building programs, including specialised media workshops, in partnership with Hajj training institutes.
These programmes, Muhammad disclosed, will help standardise and enhance the dissemination of accurate, timely information, thereby empowering pilgrims and service providers alike.
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