The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the official fare for the 2025 Hajj after approval from the Office of the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
A statement issued on Monday, by Fatima Sanda Usara, Assistant Director of Information and Publication at NAHCON explained that intending pilgrims from the Northern zone will pay N8,457,685.59, while those from Borno and Adamawa zones are expected to pay N8,327,125.59 and for Southern states, the cost is set at N8,784,085.59.
According to the statement, the chairman of NAHCON, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, explained that the fare varies by region and was carefully determined through extensive consultations to ensure inclusivity and affordability for pilgrims.
It further said, the commission, in collaboration with representatives of the Presidency, including Malam Ameen Amshi, Special Assistant to the President on Special Duties, worked to keep the costs within a similar range to previous years.
NAHCON urged the public to visit its official website at nahcon.gov.ng or contact states’ pilgrims’ welfare boards for further details and a comprehensive breakdown of the fare.
Commending the whole team, the chairman described the Hajj fare as a product of extensive collaboration with all stakeholders appreciating the support of the Presidency and Forum of State E.S.
The chairman furthermore urged prospective pilgrims to take note of the timelines and Saudi guidelines while emphasising the importance of early payment and timely registration to avoid last-minute inconveniences.