The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced a reduction in the Hajj fare for the 2026 pilgrimage.
According to a statement released by the commission, the fare adjustment follows a recommendation by Vice President Kashim Shettima to make the pilgrimage more affordable.
Previously, pilgrims from the Southern zone were expected to pay over N8.7 million, while those travelling from the Northern zone faced a fare of N8 million.
Under the revised pricing, each pilgrim will see a reduction of N792,943.83 from the 2025 Hajj fare, with the final amount varying depending on the departure zone.
NAHCON described the move as part of its efforts to ensure that more Nigerians can participate in the annual pilgrimage without financial strain.
The commission encouraged prospective pilgrims to take advantage of the updated fares and begin preparations for the 2026 Hajj season.
The statement said, “The largest reduction was recorded for pilgrims in the Southern Zone, where the fare has been reduced by N792,943.83. The revised cost for the Southern Zone now stands at N7,991,141.76, down from the previous N8,784,085.59.
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“Pilgrims departing from the Northern Zone will see a reduction of N760,915.83, bringing the revised fare to N7,696,769.76. Meanwhile, the Borno and Adamawa Zone—which has the lowest fare nationally—has a new rate of N7,579,020.96, reflecting a saving of N748,104.63.”
The commission also issued an update regarding the financial timeline for the pilgrimage and urged all prospective pilgrims to make payment of their fare on 5th December 2025.
It added, “This date is critical for finalizing preparations and securing slots for the 2026 exercise. The fare reduction is expected to be widely welcomed by Nigerian Muslims planning to perform the annual pilgrimage, making the journey more accessible.”
