The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Abuja, has announced January 30, 2025, as the new deadline for the registration of intending pilgrims for this year’s Hajj.
In a statement issued by the Board’s spokesperson, Mohammed Lawal Aliyu, the deadline adjustment aligns with directives from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), which set February 1 as the deadline for state Pilgrims Welfare Boards and Agencies to remit all collections.
The statement revealed that over 40% of the Board’s Hajj allocation has already been exhausted since registration commenced in September 2024. Intending pilgrims are encouraged to take advantage of this window to make the required deposit and secure their slots.
Prospective pilgrims must deposit a minimum of ₦8,400,000.00 via bank draft from any commercial bank, payable to the FCT Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Abuja. Registration can be completed at any of the Board’s offices across the six area councils or at the head office in the Central Business District, Abuja.
Aliyu emphasised that the registration operates on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure fairness. He also urged those who made deposits for previous Hajj exercises but were unable to participate to top up their payments to meet the minimum deposit requirement before the deadline to secure their seats.
The Board assured registered pilgrims of improved services for the forthcoming Hajj through newly introduced strategies. Aliyu reiterated the Board’s commitment to delivering outstanding services in Hajj operations.
This deadline serves as a final call for residents of the FCT intending to embark on this spiritual journey to complete their registration promptly to avoid missing out.
