- The Federal Government has approved four airlines to transport Nigerian pilgrims for the 2025 hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
- The approved airlines are Air Peace Ltd., Fly-Nas, Max Air, and UMZA Aviation Services Ltd.
- A 32-member committee, comprising representatives from various government agencies, conducted a rigorous screening process to select the airlines from 11 applicants.
- The committee included representatives from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), and Nigerian Customs’ Service (NCS).
- Three excess cargo carriers were also selected for the hajj operations.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the approval of four airlines to transport Nigerian pilgrims for the 2025 hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. This development is a significant milestone in the preparation for the upcoming hajj exercise, as it ensures that Nigerian pilgrims will be transported safely and comfortably to the holy land.
The four approved airlines, namely Air Peace Ltd., Fly-Nas, Max Air, and UMZA Aviation Services Ltd., were selected from a pool of 11 applicants through a rigorous screening process conducted by a 32-member committee. The committee, which comprised representatives from various government agencies, including the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), and Nigerian Customs’ Service (NCS), carefully evaluated the airlines based on their technical and operational capabilities, as well as their compliance with regulatory requirements.
The selection of these airlines is a testament to the commitment of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to ensuring the safety and comfort of Nigerian pilgrims during the hajj exercise. The commission has worked tirelessly to ensure that all necessary arrangements are in place to facilitate a successful and hitch-free hajj operation.
In addition to the approval of the airlines, NAHCON has also selected three excess cargo carriers to support the transportation of pilgrims’ luggage and other essential items during the hajj exercise. This arrangement is designed to ensure that pilgrims’ luggage is transported safely and efficiently, thereby reducing the risk of loss or damage.
Overall, the approval of the four airlines and the selection of excess cargo carriers are significant developments in the preparation for the 2025 hajj pilgrimage. These arrangements demonstrate the commitment of NAHCON to ensuring the safety, comfort, and success of Nigerian pilgrims during the hajj exercise.
