2026 Hajj: 1,337 Yobe Pilgrims Arrive Maiduguri Camp for Airlifting
By Abdulrazaq Auwal
The Yobe State Pilgrims Commission has confirmed the arrival of 1,337 intending pilgrims at the Maiduguri Hajj Camp ahead of the commencement of the 2026 Hajj exercise.
The commission disclosed that screening and documentation of the pilgrims have officially commenced as part of preparations for their departure to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Public Relations Officer of the commission, Suleiman Alhaji Sabo disclosed this in a statement.
According to the commission, preparations for the 2026 pilgrimage are progressing smoothly and in line with the approved national Hajj timetable. It described the arrival of the pilgrims at the camp as a significant milestone in the pre-departure process for Yobe State’s contingent.
The commission further stated that the first batch of Yobe pilgrims will depart for Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, marking the commencement of the state’s airlift operations.
It assured intending pilgrims of a seamless and well-coordinated Hajj operation, noting that it has finalized arrangements for logistics, health screening, visa processing, and mandatory orientation programmes.
The commission also urged all pilgrims to remain attentive to official communications and strictly comply with guidelines and schedules issued by relevant authorities to ensure a successful pilgrimage exercise.
It commended traditional and religious leaders, security agencies, and other stakeholders for their continued support and cooperation toward the smooth conduct of the 2026 Hajj operations.
