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November 7, 2019
TheNational Hajj Commission of Nigeria NAHCON has given licensed tour operators adeadline of November 30th, to submit their online application for 2020 Hajj orface disqualification.
NAHCONHead of Public Affairs, Fatima Usara, said this in a statement shortly afterthe commission’s preparatory meeting for 2020 Hajj in Abuja on Wednesday.
Shesaid that the action was aimed at addressing challenges faced by pilgrims underprivate tour operators during the 2019 Hajj operation.
Usarasaid State Pilgrims Welfare Boards SPWBs and tour operators must registerparticulars of all intending pilgrims on NAHCON e-portal.
Shesaid the commission also resolved that SPWBs would be allowed to conduct Umrahoperations to boost their revenue.
Usarasaid, however, that they must have dedicated and certified staff to run theservice.
NAHCONduring the meeting resolved that funds for booking of lodging in Makkah andMadinah be deposited early and directly to property owners for better bargain.