From Mustapha Adamu
No fewer than fourteen companies have been put in waiting after the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, has concluded the screening of airlines and cargo companies that will handle the Airlift of Nigerian pilgrims and their luggage to Saudi Arabia for 2025 Hajj.
BizPoint reports that the Commission, in preparation to the upcoming Hajj, on November 27 conducted a rigorous week-long screening and concluded on December 5.
The companies that were screened include, Max Air Limited Flynas (Saudi Designated), Air Peace Limited, Flyadeal (Saudi Designated), Gyro Air Limited, Trebet Aviation, Umrah Air Limited (Ethiopian Airline), Value Jet, Umza Aviation Services Limited, Aglow Aviation Support Services Limited Kiswah Logistics Services Limited, Sokodeke and CargoZeal Technologies.
In a statement, NAHCON explained that after screening, it is expected to forward to the Presidency, recommendations of technical partners based on outcome of the screening.
The final selection of approved airlines and cargo companies, according to NAHCON, would then be communicated to the Commission by Nigeria’s highest ruling body.
“The official list of successful air carriers will be announced, after which contracts will be signed to facilitate timely preparations for the 2025 Hajj operations. NAHCON remains committed to delivering excellence and ensuring comfort of all Nigerian pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj.
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