The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has successfully relocated 484 Nigerian pilgrims following a fire at the Imaratus Sanan hotel on Shari Mansur Street in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The incident occurred around 12:00 pm (KSA time) on Saturday, but no injuries were reported.
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In an official statement signed by Fatima Usara for NAHCON Chairman/CEO Prof. Abdullahi Usman, the commission confirmed that all affected pilgrims—booked through six private tour operators—were safely moved to Mina immediately after the blaze. Usman visited the hotel alongside the Commissioner for Policy, Personnel Management and Finance, Alhaji Aliu Abdulrazak, and Deputy Mecca Coordinator, Alidu Shutti, to assess the situation.
“The Chairman thanked Almighty Allah that no life was lost in this unfortunate incident,” the statement read. Prof. Usman promised that NAHCON would “provide every possible support within its capacity to cushion the impact of the incident on the victims.” He also ordered rapid inspections of the new accommodation, ensuring all facilities met safety and comfort standards.
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NAHCON praised the swift intervention of Saudi authorities and hotel management, noting their prompt actions prevented the fire from spreading. The commission is collaborating with tour operators to finalize resettlement logistics and to distribute additional provisions to the pilgrims.
Pilgrims expressed relief at their smooth relocation, with many commending NAHCON’s proactive measures. One group leader said, “NAHCON’s quick response turned a frightening situation into a testament of effective coordination.”
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This relocation operation underscores NAHCON’s commitment to pilgrimage safety and demonstrates the agency’s capacity to manage emergencies abroad. As Hajj season continues, the commission reassured pilgrims that enhanced fire-safety drills and regular accommodation audits will be rolled out to prevent similar incidents.
NAHCON has urged all pilgrims to remain vigilant and to report any safety concerns immediately to on-ground coordinators. The commission concluded by reiterating its promise to ensure every Nigerian pilgrim completes their journey in safety and peace.
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