Saudi Arabia
Hajj: Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends visa for Nigeria, 13 other countries
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended several types of visas for citizens of Nigeria and 13 other countries, as part of measures to curb unauthorized pilgrimages ahead of the annual Hajj. The affected countries include India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq, Nigeria, Jordan, Algeria, Sudan, Ethiopia, Tunisia, Yemen, and Morocco. According to Saudi […]
Saudi raises $1.1bn for displaced persons in Chad, other regions
Saudi Arabia, through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre, hosted a donors’ conference that raised over $1.1 billion for displaced persons and refugees in the Sahel and Lake Chad regions. This substantial funding commitment was made possible by contributions from more than 10 donor countries, agencies, and organisations dedicated to addressing the growing […]
Another Nigerian Pilgrim Returns Lost €1,750 In Saudi Arabia
A Nigerian pilgrim, identified as Muhammad Na’Allah has returned the sum of €1,750 (One thousand, seven hundred and fifty Euros) which he stumbled upon at the Haram in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Muhammad who is from Gumi Local Government Area of Zamfara State, reportedly handed over the money to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, […]
Saudi says 1,301 deaths during hajj, mostly unregistered pilgrims
Saudi Arabia said Sunday that more than 1,300 faithful died during the hajj pilgrimage which took place during intense heat, and that most of the deceased did not have official permits. “Regrettably, the number of mortalities reached 1,301, with 83 percent being unauthorised to perform hajj and having walked long distances under direct sunlight, without […]
Tunisian President Sacks Religious Affairs Minister After 49 Pilgrims Died In Hajj
Tunisian President, Kais Saied, has sacked the minister of religious affairs in the country after 49 Tunisians died in this year’s hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The death toll has risen to 1126, more than half of them from Egypt according to AFP tally on Friday, compiling official statements and reports from diplomats involved in […]
Oluwo of Iwo under fire for uncovering head in Makkah
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has faced criticism after a video surfaced showing him praying with his head uncovered during a trip to Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The Oba was seeking peace of mind, long life, and mercy for himself. The video sparked a mixed reaction from social media users, with some expressing shock […]
Lagos State Hajj Pilgrim Passes Away in Makkah
A Lagos State Hajj pilgrim, Idris Oloshogbo, has died in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The announcement was made on Wednesday by Saheed Onipede, Secretary of the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, through the agency’s spokesperson, Taofeek Lawal. Oloshogbo, 68, from Shomolu Local Government, passed away while eating his evening meal after Solat Maghrib prayers. Medical […]
Kebbi Pilgrim Passes Away in Mecca After Brief Illness
Another pilgrim from Kebbi has passed away following a brief illness in Mecca, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Alhaji Muhammad Suleman, from Argungu Local Government Area, died on Sunday after a short illness. Alhaji Faruku Aliyu-Enabo, Executive Chairman of the Kebbi Pilgrims Welfare Board, confirmed the news in […]
Just In: Ramadan Begins Monday As Crescent Moon Is Sighted In Saudi Arabia
The holy month of Ramadan in the Islamic lunar calendar 1445 will begin on Monday, March 11, 2024, with the sighting of the Crescent Moon in Saudi Arabia. Earlier, Muslim faithful around the world were placed on alert to report the sighting of the moon in readiness for the sacred month considered for piety and […]
BREAKING: Former Yobe Governor, Bukar Abba Dies In Saudi Arabia
The former governor of Yobe State, Bukar Abba Ibrahim has died. He died in Saudi Arabia after a protracted illness, a source told SaharaReporters on Sunday. He was 73 years old. Another source close to the family posted on his Facebook page: “Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun. “Sen. Bukar Abba Ibrahim has passed away […]