2027 Hajj: NAHCON Warns Pilgrims Over Medical Fitness Compliance
By Abdulrazaq Auwal
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has warned intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj to strictly comply with medical fitness requirements introduced by Saudi Arabian authorities ahead of the pilgrimage.
The Commission gave the warning on Wednesday when a delegation led by its National Commissioner in charge of the North West and Board Member, Sheikh Muhammad bin Uthman, visited Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State in Birnin Kebbi as part of preparations for the 2027 Hajj.
Speaking through another member of the delegation, Ishaq, the Commission stressed the importance of completing pilgrims’ registration and uploading their data within the stipulated timeline, alongside compliance with mandatory health screening requirements.
He said intending pilgrims must undergo the prescribed medical examination and obtain valid certificates confirming their fitness to participate in the pilgrimage.
The official warned that failure to comply with the requirements could attract serious sanctions under the new Saudi regulations, including possible restrictions on future entry into the Kingdom.
2027 Hajj: NAHCON Warns Pilgrims Over Medical Fitness Compliance
The warning comes amid tighter measures by Saudi authorities to ensure that pilgrims meet health and administrative requirements before travelling for the annual pilgrimage.
NAHCON has continued to engage state governments and other stakeholders on the new policies as part of efforts to ensure that Nigerian pilgrims are adequately prepared for the 2027 Hajj.
Sheikh Muhammad said governors remained critical stakeholders in ensuring a successful and hitch-free Hajj operation, adding that the Commission was visiting states across the country to explain the new guidelines and strengthen coordination ahead of the pilgrimage.
The NAHCON delegation also commended Kebbi State for its commitment to pilgrims’ welfare and effective management of previous Hajj operations.
The Executive Chairman of the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Alhaji Faruk Aliyu Yaro Enabo, said the state had registered 3,257 pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj, the highest figure recorded by any state at the time of the visit.
The development underscores the need for intending pilgrims to complete all medical and registration requirements within the deadlines to avoid complications that could affect their participation in the 2027 pilgrimage.
