The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has commenced registration for intending pilgrims ahead of the 2026 Hajj exercise.
Director of the Board, Alhaji Kadiri Edah, made this known at a meeting in Abuja, announcing that interested pilgrims are expected to pay a minimum deposit of ₦8.5 million to secure a seat.
He explained that payments must be made strictly through a bank draft from any commercial bank, payable to the FCT Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Abuja, and submitted alongside the international passport of the intending pilgrim at any of the six area councils before December 2, 2025.
“No cash payment will be accepted, and registration will be handled strictly on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure fairness,” Edah emphasized.
The Director also urged pilgrims who had deposited money in previous years but could not perform Hajj to formally declare their intention before the deadline to secure their slots for the 2026 exercise.
Reaffirming the Board’s commitment, Edah noted that new strategies are being introduced to improve service delivery and the overall experience of pilgrims.
He cautioned intending pilgrims against dealing with unauthorized third parties, stressing that the approved Hajj fare is a comprehensive package determined by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), with no additional hidden charges.
