Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on this year’s Hajj.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, was represented at the signing ceremony by the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, while KSA’s Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Abdulfattah Mashat, signed on behalf of Saudi Arabia.
Preparations for the 2025 Hajj have begun, building on the previous agreements.
The key activities for the holy pilgrimage include bilateral meetings and MoU signing. Other activities against the backdrop of the MoU signing will be the fourth edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition, which brings all stakeholders across sectors together to fine-tune the Hajj modalities and elevate the quality of services offered to pilgrims.
Ambassador Tuggar, according to a statement by the acting spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said: “Nigeria and Saudi Arabia have a longstanding tradition of signing annual Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to facilitate the smooth conduct of Hajj pilgrimages for Nigerian Muslims. These agreements outline the responsibilities and expectations of both nations, ensuring that Nigerian pilgrims receive adequate services and support during the 2025 Hajj exercise.
These MoUs ensure Nigerian pilgrims have a seamless and spiritually fulfilling Hajj experience. They facilitate collaboration on various aspects, including accommodation, transportation, and healthcare services, thereby enhancing the overall welfare of the pilgrims.”
