NAHCON Transports 79% Nigerian Pilgrims For 2025 Hajj

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May 21, 2025

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NAHCON Transports 79% Nigerian Pilgrims For 2025 Hajj—-The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), says it has successful transported 32,549 pilgrims, representing 79.1 per cent of the total intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj exercise.

NAHCON disclosed this in a statement issued by its Assistant Director, Information and Publication, Hajiya Fatima Usara, in Madina on Wednesday.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Vice-President Kashim Shettima declared the inaugural flight open on May 9, in Owerri, Imo.

Usara said this development was achieved through 79 flights operated since the commencement of the airlift operations on May 9.

According to her, many states including Adamawa and Plateau have concluded their transport operations, while those with one flight only will complete their operations today.

”These states include Bauchi and Gombe States, with 30 pilgrims each left to be transported.

“Jigawa and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are also expected to complete their pilgrim transportation today.

”Kwara with 137 pilgrims remaining, will conclude by joining a Kano Max Air flight this afternoon.

“Benue pilgrims will join intending pilgrims from the South-South section to undertake a combined and only flight from the region on May 23, marking the last phase of the airlift for the area.

“Importantly, no flight cancellations have been recorded since the airlift began.

”However, deliberate minor delays were arranged to allow for the proper clean-up and decongestion of hotels in Madinah especially with the surge in arrivals.”

The NAHCON spokesperson explained that such cleanup procedures were standard operational routines following vacation of rooms during the Hajj season.

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Chelsea Handed Major Injury Boost as James and Colwill Return

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May 1, 2026

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Chelsea Handed Major Injury Boost as James and Colwill Return—-Chelsea FC have received a timely boost ahead of a crucial run of fixtures, with captain Reece James and defender Levi Colwill both returning to full training.

Colwill, who has been sidelined since pre-season with a serious knee injury, is yet to feature for Chelsea’s first team this season. His absence has been keenly felt in defence, with the club forced to cope without one of its most highly rated young centre-backs.

The 23-year-old is now back in full training as he nears a long-awaited return, although he is expected to build match fitness gradually before being considered for senior selection.

Captain James, meanwhile, has also returned after his own injury setback, offering a significant boost in leadership and quality on the right flank.

With a series of important fixtures approaching, Chelsea will be encouraged by the return of both players as they aim to finish the season strongly.

While neither player may be rushed straight back into action, their availability at this stage of the campaign could prove crucial for the Blues.

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BREAKING: Penalty Drama as Arsenal Draw Atlético Madrid Away

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April 30, 2026

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BREAKING: Penalty Drama as Arsenal Draw Atlético Madrid Away—-Juliaan Álvarez 56th minutes spot kick cancels out Viktor Gyökeres’ penalty kick opener in 1-1 Champions League showdown aat Wanda Metropolitano.

Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw by Atlético Madrid on Wednesday night in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final, as both sides traded blows in a tense encounter.

The Premier League leaders struck first just before half-time when Viktor Gyökeres won and calmly converted a penalty, giving Arsenal a crucial away lead.

However, the hosts responded in the second half. Julián Álvarez brought Atlético Madrid level in the 56th minute from the penalty spot after a handball by Ben White inside the box.

The equaliser set up a tense finish, with both teams pushing for a winner, but neither could find the breakthrough, leaving the tie finely balanced ahead of the second leg.

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