Saudi Arabia rejects Nigeria's bid for more 2027 Hajj slots
Saudi Arabia has declined Nigeria's request to raise its 2027 Hajj allocation, keeping the quota at 50,000. NAHCON warned that the September 26 data-upload deadline will not be extended.
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Last updated: 20 Sep 2026, 10:23 AM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia has declined Nigeria's request to raise its 2027 Hajj allocation, keeping the quota at 50,000. NAHCON warned that the September 26 data-upload deadline will not be extended.
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The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has received an AI Ethics certification from Saudi Arabia's Data and AI Authority for its Nusuk AI service, recognising responsible use of artificial intelligence to manage crowds and support pilgrims.
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