Hajj: 343 Lagos pilgrims land in Saudi Arabia

Author: ObohPublished on: May 9, 2026Country: Nigeria

Travel & Tourism

Hajj: 343 Lagos pilgrims land in Saudi Arabia

The Lagos State Pilgrims Welfare Board announced that 343 pilgrims have landed at King AbdulAzeez International Airport in Madinah for the 2026 Hajj. The group consists of 169 males and 174 females. The inaugural flight departed from Murtala Muhammed International Airport and was operated by Flynas Airline. Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ibrahim Layode, assured that the welfare of the pilgrims would be a top priority during their stay in Saudi Arabia.

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