By Uzair Adam
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has alerted the public to the activities of imposters falsely claiming to represent the commission in securing contracts for the 2025 Hajj.
In a statement released on Monday by Fatima Sanda Usara, NAHCON’s Assistant Director of Public Affairs, the commission stressed that it will not recognize any unauthorized agreements made in its name.
The statement explained that certain individuals have fraudulently contacted service providers and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah under the guise of acting on behalf of NAHCON, making arrangements for accommodations and feeding for Nigerian pilgrims.
NAHCON Chairman, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, clarified that no individual or group has been authorized to make such arrangements.
“All official transactions must go through recognized NAHCON personnel and follow due process,” the statement emphasized.
The commission urged the public and service providers in both Nigeria and Saudi Arabia to verify all dealings through official channels to avoid falling victim to fraudulent schemes, noting that NAHCON will not be liable for any losses caused by such activities.
For any clarifications, stakeholders are advised to contact NAHCON through its official communication platforms.