The Federal Government has approved an extension of the deadline for this year’s Hajj registration by the intending pilgrims.
The registration would have closed on December 31, last year, but the government added another month to it.
The Assistant Director of Public Affairs at the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Mrs. Fatima Usara, announced this in a statement yesterday in Abuja.
She said the extension was in response to the heartfelt concerns raised by religious clerics, State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards, agencies, commissions, governors, and other stakeholders on the closure of the 2024 Hajj registration.
“The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) is pleased to announce the Federal Government’s approval for an extension of the deadline.
“The new date is set for January 31, providing an additional opportunity for individuals to participate in this sacred pilgrimage.
“The overwhelming request for extension from various religious communities underscores the significance of ensuring accessibility to a broader spectrum of the faithful eager to embark on the spiritual journey of Hajj,” the statement said.
