73-year-old Nigerian pilgrim from Adamawa dies in Saudi Arabia during 2026 Hajj

Author: Kayode LawalPublished on: May 10, 2026Country: Nigeria

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73-year-old Nigerian pilgrim from Adamawa dies in Saudi Arabia during 2026 Hajj

Mallama Aishatu Muhammadu, a 73-year-old pilgrim from Gombi, Adamawa State, died in Saudi Arabia during the 2026 Hajj. She suffered a fatal cardiac arrest while traveling from Jeddah to Madinah. The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria expressed condolences to her family and assured government support for the return of her personal effects.

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