Nigeria Approves 4 Airlines for 2025 Hajj Operation, Ensuring Seamless Pilgrimage Experience
Written by Olakunle Oke on January 13, 2025
The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved four airlines to participate in the 2025 Hajj operation. This decision ensures that Nigerian pilgrims have a seamless and secure journey to Saudi Arabia. The approved airlines will provide transportation services for pilgrims from various states across the country.
Approved Airlines and Their Routes
The four approved airlines and their designated routes are as follows:
- Air Peace Ltd.: Will transport pilgrims from Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Imo, Kwara, Ondo, Rivers, and the Federal Capital Territory.
- FlyNas: Will cater to pilgrims from Borno, Lagos, Osun, Ogun, Niger, Sokoto, Kebbi, Yobe, and Zamfara.
- Max Air: Will handle pilgrims from Bauchi, Benue, Kano, Katsina, Kogi, Nasarawa, Adamawa, Oyo, Taraba, Kaduna, Armed Forces, Gombe, Jigawa, and Plateau.
The fourth airline approved is not specified in the provided search results.
Additional Approvals for Cargo Services
In addition to the airlines, the government also approved three air cargo companies to transport pilgrims’ excess luggage. These companies include:
- Cargo Zeal Technologies Ltd
- Nahco Aviance
- Qualla Investment Limited
Ensuring a Smooth Pilgrimage Experience
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) will ensure that the approved airlines provide excellent services to the pilgrims. The commission’s Acting Chairman, Malam Jalal Arabi, congratulated the airlines and urged them to prepare for a smooth pilgrimage experience.
Preparations for the 2025 Hajj Operation
The approval of the airlines and cargo companies marks a significant milestone in the preparations for the 2025 Hajj operation. The government and NAHCON are working together to ensure that all necessary arrangements are in place for a successful and hitch-free pilgrimage.
Conclusion
The approval of the four airlines and three cargo companies is a welcome development for Nigerian pilgrims. With these approvals, pilgrims can look forward to a seamless and secure journey to Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj operation.
