Hajj 2026: Lagos pilgrims set for return journey 

Lagos State pilgrims who participated in the recently concluded 2026 Hajj exercise in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will begin their return journey next week.

This was contained in a press release signed by the State’s Pilgrims Welfare Board’s Public Affairs Officer, Taofeek Lawal, on Saturday.

According to Lawal, the confirmation was made by the Amir-ul-Hajj and Commissioner for Home Affairs,  Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode, in line with a statement released by the Board’s Secretary, AbdulHakeem Ajomagberin, on Friday, in Makkah.

According to the statement, the pilgrims, totaling 1,600 will be airlifted in line with the schedule, released by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, adding that barring any unforeseen circumstances, the first flight will depart on Monday, June 8, 2026.

This will be followed by additional flights on Wednesday, June 10; Thursday, June 11; Friday, June 12; and the final flight on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

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While wishing the pilgrims a safe trip, Layode urged them to adhere strictly to the approved luggage allowance, which includes two 23 kg bags and one 8 kg hand luggage, warning them to avoid packing water or other prohibited items. 

Layode also appealed for patience and compliance with officials’ instructions, assuring that everyone would be airlifted home.

Layode thanked Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu and his Deputy, Dr. Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat for their encouragement and support, affirming that it was a major factor in the state’s successful Hajj operation.

Similarly, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Islamic Matters and Chairman of the 2026 Hajj Ad-hoc Committee, Dr. Ahmad Abdullahi Jebe; members of the committee; the Board’s Secretary, staff and other stakeholders, including Ulamah and Hajj Guides, for their commitment and contributions to the success of the exercise.

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