The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has allocated 1,224 slots for the 2027 Hajj in Saudi Arabia, which is deemed inadequate. A minimum of 2,500 slots is required to meet the demand. This allocation is for a state that has consistently performed well in Hajj operations. In the 2023 Hajj, the state airlifted 3,661 pilgrims.
An appeal has been made to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria to allocate additional slots. The appeal was made during an engagement with a pre-2027 Hajj assessment team. Further details about the appeal and the allocation process are available.
The state's performance in previous Hajj operations is cited as a reason for the request for more slots.
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