2026 Hajj: Kano Announces ₦8.5M Deposit as NAHCON Allocates 5,684 Slots

Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board fixes ₦8.5M deposit for 2026 Hajj as NAHCON allocates 5,684 slots. Learn payment deadlines, requirements, and registration details.

Kano State Releases Hajj Deposit for 2026 Pilgrimage

The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced that intending pilgrims must pay a deposit of ₦8,500,000 to secure a seat for the 2026 Hajj exercise. The state has been allocated a total of 5,684 slots by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).

This announcement was made by the Director-General of the board, Lamin Danbappa, during a meeting with officials, staff, and Local Government Hajj Centre officers.

Payment Process and Deadline

According to a statement signed by the board’s Public Relations Officer, Sulaiman Dederi, intending pilgrims are required to make deposits through bank drafts submitted to their respective Local Government Hajj Centre officers.

Key Payment Details for 2026 Hajj:

Deposit Amount: ₦8.5 million
Collection Start Date: Immediate
Deadline: October 5, 2025
Final Fare: To be announced after deadline

Learn more about Hajj updates via the official NAHCON website.

Registration Requirements for Pilgrims

Prospective pilgrims are reminded to prepare the following documents before registration:

A valid international passport
Eight passport-sized photographs
Proof of deposit payment through a bank draft

Danbappa urged pilgrims to comply with the Saudi Arabian schedule and ensure timely payments to avoid disqualification.

Why Early Payment Matters

Timely registration and payment will:

Guarantee a seat from the allocated 5,684 slots
Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabia’s Hajj schedule
Allow pilgrims to plan ahead for travel and accommodation
Reduce last-minute financial and logistic challenges

For more guidance, visit the Saudi Ministry of Hajj portal.

The 2026 Hajj exercise is expected to attract a high number of intending pilgrims from Kano and beyond. With NAHCON’s allocation of 5,684 slots, the ₦8.5 million deposit remains a crucial step for those hoping to perform the holy pilgrimage.

Secure your slot early by making the required payment before October 5, 2025, and ensure all documents are ready for smooth registration.