The Federal Government has announced that three Nigerians detained in Saudi Arabia have been released following months of diplomatic engagement. Those freed are Mr. Abdulhamid Sadie, Mrs. Maryam Hussein Abdullahi, and Mrs. Bahijah Aminu Abdullahi. The trio were arrested in August 2025 at King Abdul Aziz International Airport, Jeddah, after Saudi officials discovered prohibited substances…
A tragic road accident near the holy city of Medina in Saudi Arabia has killed around 45 Indian pilgrims, most of them from Telangana, after their bus collided with a diesel tanker late Monday, Indian officials confirmed. The vehicle, carrying 46 passengers, was travelling from Mecca to Medina when the crash occurred. According to Gaurav…
In a landmark move, Saudi Arabia has opened the door for Nigerians and other foreign nationals to own property in the Holy City of Makkah, as part of the newly launched King Salman Gate project — a transformative urban development initiative. The announcement was made by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz…
Saudi Arabia has launched the King Salman Gate project, a massive mixed-use development beside Mecca’s Grand Mosque, adding space for 900,000 worshippers along with residential, hospitality, and cultural facilities. Announced by the Saudi Press Agency, the project spans 12 million square meters and blends Mecca’s traditional architecture with modern infrastructure. It aims to enhance the…
Saudi authorities have urged Hajj pilgrims to stay in their tents between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Thursday during the peak heat hours due to soaring temperatures. Hajj Minister Tawfiq al-Rabiah advised pilgrims to avoid leaving their tents during this time to reduce the risk of heat exhaustion, especially on the Day of Arafat…
Nigerian Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, said the administration of President Bola Tinubu is committed to ensuring the improvement of Hajj operations. He spoke during the National Hajj Stakeholders Summit organised by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Hajj Institute of Nigeria (HIN) in collaboration with Jaiz Bank in Abuja. Represented by Bashir Maidugu,…
Saudi Arabia has officially confirmed the sighting of the crescent moon, marking the beginning of Shawwal 1446 and signaling the end of Ramadan. As a result, Eid Al-Fitr 1446/2025 will be celebrated in the Kingdom on Sunday, March 30, 2025. With this announcement, all eyes now turn to Nigeria, where His Eminence, the Sultan of…
