Kaduna State's Pilgrims Welfare Agency announced return flights for 2026 Hajj pilgrims start June 15. The arrangement mirrors their original departure sequence from Nigeria.
Malam Salihu S. Abubakar, the agency's chairman, disclosed the plan on Tuesday.
He emphasized that pilgrims cannot change or swap their assigned return flights.
According to a statement from Public Relations Officer Ibrahim Datti, the system is straightforward. Those on the first outbound flight will board the first return flight home.
"Pilgrims who arrived on the first flight will return on the first flight," Abubakar stated. Other groups will follow their respective schedules without exception.
No pilgrim gets special treatment or flexibility regarding their return date. Abubakar made this point crystal clear in his Tuesday remarks.
The chairman called for full cooperation from all Kaduna pilgrims traveling for Hajj. He urged strict compliance with the approved timetable to guarantee smooth operations.
Officials believe the orderly system will prevent confusion at airports. Sticking to schedules ensures efficiency throughout the entire airlift process.
