The Hajj Institute of Nigeria (HIN), in collaboration with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), will host the 2nd National Hajj Stakeholders Summit on 30th of April 2025 at the NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja.

This year’s summit is themed Sustainable Hajj Financing: Developing a Resilient Model for Nigerian Pilgrims and Operators. H.E. the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima is expected to grace the event as Special Guest while Prof Abdullah Saleh Usman will be Chief Host.

This was disclosed by the Rector of the Institute, Professor Muhammad Nasiruddeen Maiturare. Earlier on the 14th of April, the Summit’s Steering Committee was inaugurated in the HIN conference room with Deputy Rector of the Institute, Professor Wasiu O. Gabadeen as Chairman of the team.

Members of the Committee include HIN Registrar Prof Abubakar Ibrahim Jalingo, staff from NAHCON’s Hajj Savings Scheme (HSS) unit; representative of NAHCON’s States’ and Zones’ Unit, Protocol staff and representative of the Media arm of NAHCON.

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This year’s Summit will focus on developing appropriate financial sustainability models as a precursor to tackle financial challenges faced by the Hajj Industry in Nigeria. Other primary objectives of the summit include: developing a sustainable and self-financing model for Hajj operations in Nigeria; creating mechanisms for financial oversight, risk management, and the protection of Hajj funds; and exploring and promoting the use of digital platforms and technology to improve payments, savings tracking, and overall efficiency in Hajj financial operations.

The summit will feature four sessions, each comprising seven panel members, that will spearhead in-depth discussions and offer expert insights into pressing issues surrounding Hajj financing and administration.

The Keynote Speaker is Dr. Mansur Muhtar, former Vice President of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), Jeddah and current Chairman of the Board of the Bank of Industry (BOI).

Other Special Guests expected at the summit include HRH, the Sultan of Sokoto, Honourable Ministers and Members of the National Assembly. Apart from NAHCON Board members and Management, leaderships of State Pilgrims Welfare Boards/Agencies/Commissions, Private Sector Hajj Operators and relevant MDAs, Islamic Financial Institutions, Fintech Companies are also expected to participate in the two day brainstorming sessions.

This summit is hoped to be a launch pad towards building a more resilient, transparent, and sustainable model for Hajj financing in Nigeria.