the pilgrimage

Catholic priests, others killed by Boko Haram Buried In Benue State

The development brought tears to many eyes, causing outrage around Nigeria. Now corpses of the slain people have been brought to Sesugh Maria pilgrimage centre, Ayati, in Benue State where they would be buried. See more photos below:

President's Wife, Aisha Buhari Jets Out of Nigeria...Find Out Why

Aisha Buhari, the wife of President Muhammadu Buhari, on Monday, departed Abuja for Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and will be joining millions of Muslims to participate in this year's hajj pilgrimage.

Nigerian Pilgrim D!es In Arafat

A Nigerian pilgrim has passed away on the Plain of Arafat while undertaking the holy pilgrimage.

Nigerian pilgrim finds $80,000 in Saudi Arabia, returns to owner

The pilgrim was among the millions of Muslims from around the world who visited the holy city of Mecca for the 2023 Hajj pilgrimage.

Tonto Dikeh reacts as NCPC drops her as their Ambassador for Peace few hours after her appointment

The Nigeria Christian Pilgrimage Commission, NCPC, has dropped Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh as her Ambassador for Peace hours after her appointment.

TODAY IN HISTORY: Over 1,400 People Trampled To Death In Mecca - Hitler Orders Invasion Of England

Over 1,400 People Trampled To Death In Mecca On July 2, 1990, tragedy struck at the pedestrian tunnel in Mecca during the Hajj pilgrimage.

Breaking: Saudi Arabia announces Sallah, Arafat dates

The month of Dhul Hijjah, according to the Supreme Court, will start on June 7. Hajj takes place during Dhul Hijjah and the pilgrimage will start on the 8th of Dhul Hijjah (June 14) and end on the 12th (June 18).

Moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid-el-Adha to hold June 6

Dhul Hijjah holds deep religious significance for Muslims worldwide, as it is the period during which the annual Hajj pilgrimage takes place.

After role in Lagos guber election, you're forming holy in Mecca - OAP N6 slams MC Oluomo

The controversial OAP claimed MC Oluomo, after fuelling electoral violence in the Lagos State governorship election, went on an Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca pretending to be holy.

"Ramadan fasting to begin on Thursday," - Saudi says

The beginning and end of Islamic months are determined by the sighting of the new moon.

Lizzy Anjorin speaks on romantic affair with Toyin Abraham's husband

Following the incident, Lizzy accused Toyin of leaking the story to the media. However, Toyin Abraham denied any involvement. The dispute between the actresses led to several controversies at the time.

Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Performs Umrah In Mecca (See Photos)

Check out the screen capture of the post below; In the pictures, Ahmed Musa was seen wearing the traditional white Ihram clothing, which is worn by pilgrims during Umrah as a sign of purity and equality before God.

Another 'bandit' arrested during hajj screening in Sokoto

Recall that on May 12, NAHCON completed the airlift of intending pilgrims in four states to Saudi Arabia, while 64,188 Nigerians are expected to take part in this year's pilgrimage.

Arabic teacher strangles his 9-year-old pupil to death in Taraba

The deceased was his father's favourite and once travelled with him to Saudi Arabia on holy pilgrimage.

5 more things the Nigerian government should ban in 2024

Pilgrimage subsidiesWith or without an economic crisis, it is unwise and irresponsible to spend public funds to subsidise religious pilgrimages. The Federal and State Governments need to take their hands off pilgrimage sponsorship.

NAHCON announces 2025 Hajj fare

He noted that intending pilgrims from the Northern Zone would pay N8.4 million as Hajj fare for the 2025 pilgrimage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.