By Abubakar Muhammad Adamu
The Adamawa State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Commission, has released the official flight schedule for intending pilgrims from the state traveling to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj exercise.
According to the schedule announced by the commission’s Public Relations Officer, Alhaji Mikail Danjuma Mubi, the airlift of pilgrims will commence on Wednesday, 14th May 2025, and will last for three consecutive days.
The return journey from Saudi Arabia is scheduled to begin on Monday, 16th June 2025, and will also span three days.
Outbound Flight Schedule (Yola to Madinah):
First Flight: Wednesday, 14th May 2025
Second Flight: Thursday, 15th May 2025
Final Flight: Friday, 16th May 2025
Return Flight Schedule (Saudi Arabia to Yola):
First Flight: Monday, 16th June 2025
Second Flight: Tuesday, 17th June 2025
Final Flight: Wednesday, 18th June 2025
Each flight is expected to transport 486 pilgrims daily from the Lamido Aliyu Musdafa International Airport, Yola to the Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Madinah.
Saudi authorities are reportedly fully prepared to receive the Nigerian contingent with all necessary arrangements in place.
The Executive Secretary of the Board, Malam Abubakar Salihu, emphasized the importance of strict adherence to the flight schedule and all Hajj operational guidelines.
He urged all intending pilgrims to report early to the Hajj camp and comply with regulations to ensure a smooth and well-organized exercise.
The commission also called on all stakeholders, including family members, religious leaders, and community heads, to support the efforts aimed at ensuring a hitch-free pilgrimage.
For further inquiries, intending pilgrims are advised to contact their local Hajj officials or visit the State Pilgrims office in Yola.