***Final training to hold April 26–27 at Bassan Jiwa Hajj Camp
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board will this weekend conclude its orientation and educational programme for intending pilgrims ahead of the 2025 Hajj exercise.
Director of the Board, Mallam Kadiri Edah, made this known in Abuja, stating that the final phase of the training will be held on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 at the FCT Permanent Hajj Camp, Bassan Jiwa, near the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
According to him, the orientation was conducted in batches to allow pilgrims gain a deeper understanding of Hajj rites and adapt to new guidelines introduced by the Saudi Arabian authorities and the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).
Edah revealed that Islamic scholars have been mobilized to conduct the sessions in seven languages, reflecting the FCT’s diverse population. He noted that the final phase will include practical demonstrations to further enhance pilgrims’ readiness for the spiritual journey.
“The orientation is critical to ensuring that our pilgrims understand the spiritual and logistical aspects of Hajj. We want to ensure that every participant performs an acceptable pilgrimage,” Edah said.
The Director also disclosed that the Board has commenced the visa application process and secured standard accommodation in Makkah. Additionally, reputable service providers have been engaged to handle catering and other logistics for the FCT contingent in Saudi Arabia.
He urged all registered intending pilgrims who are yet to submit their completed application forms or international passports to do so immediately, warning that any delay could jeopardize their travel preparations.
Mallam Edah also encouraged full participation in all remaining programmes organized by the Board, stressing their importance in helping pilgrims achieve a spiritually rewarding and well-organized Hajj experience.
