Kano to Commence First 2026 Hajj Flight May 14

The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced May 14, 2026, as the commencement date for the first batch of pilgrims from the state to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj exercise.

The Director General of the Board, Abubakar Ibrahim Matawalle, disclosed this during the closing ceremony of the Hajj induction course held at the School for Arabic Studies in Kano.

He said the date was in line with the schedule released by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, adding that Max Air has been designated as the official carrier for Kano pilgrims.

Matawalle noted that the Board has concluded all necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and hitch-free Hajj operation.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Yusuf Lawan, urged intending pilgrims to continuously study their Hajj induction materials to enhance their understanding of the rites.

He also advised them to strictly comply with all rules and regulations set by Nigerian and Saudi Arabian authorities throughout the pilgrimage.

Representatives of various agencies and service providers, including the Nigeria Immigration Service, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Hajj Tribunal, National Orientation Agency, Max Air and Hisbah, also delivered goodwill messages at the event.