Pilgrims from Lagos State who participated in the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia are expected to begin returning home next week, following the completion of arrangements for their airlift back to Nigeria.
The announcement was made by the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board through its Public Affairs Officer, Taofeek Lawal.
According to the board, approximately 1,600 pilgrims from Lagos State will be transported back to Nigeria under a schedule approved by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria.
The state’s Amir-ul-Hajj and Commissioner for Home Affairs, Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode, said the first batch of pilgrims is expected to depart Saudi Arabia on June 8, 2026. Additional return flights have been scheduled for June 10, June 11, June 12, and June 13, when the final group is expected to arrive.
Layode urged pilgrims to comply with baggage regulations to ensure a smooth departure process. He noted that each pilgrim is permitted two checked bags weighing up to 23 kilograms each, along with one piece of hand luggage not exceeding eight kilograms.
He also advised pilgrims against carrying prohibited items and encouraged them to cooperate fully with officials overseeing the return operation.
The commissioner expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the 2026 Hajj exercise and commended Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Obafemi Hamzat for their support, which he said contributed significantly to the successful coordination of the pilgrimage.
Layode further acknowledged the contributions of Ahmad Abdullahi Jebe, members of the Hajj committee, board officials, Islamic scholars, and Hajj guides for their dedication throughout the exercise.
The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board said all necessary measures have been put in place to ensure the safe and orderly return of every pilgrim from the holy land.
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