International
NAHCON’s Preparations For The 2025 Hajj: A Commitment To Excellence

NAHCON’s Preparations For The 2025 Hajj: A Commitment To Excellence
NAHCON’s Preparations for the 2025 Hajj: A Commitment to Excellence. The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has intensified its efforts ahead of the 2025 Hajj, implementing strategic measures to ensure a smooth pilgrimage for Nigerian Muslims.
Despite initial skepticism, the commission has demonstrated proactive leadership under Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, who has spearheaded key reforms and strengthened partnerships.
Contract Adjustments for Efficient Pilgrimage Management
One of the major developments was NAHCON’s decision to revise its service contracts in Saudi Arabia.
On February 22, 2025, the commission renegotiated its agreement with Mashariq Al Dhahabia, reducing the service scope from 95,000 to 52,000 pilgrims to align with actual participation numbers. Additionally, an alternative service provider was engaged to enhance support during the critical Masha’ir period, ensuring optimal care for Nigerian pilgrims.
While Mashariq Al Dhahabia raised concerns over the adjustment, NAHCON emphasized that prioritizing pilgrim welfare necessitated this decision.
Strengthening Leadership with a New Secretary
Recognizing the need for administrative efficiency, NAHCON appointed Dr. Mustapha Muhammad Ali as its new Secretary on February 26, 2025. Dr. Ali, a seasoned academic and administrator from Borno State, brings a wealth of experience in Islamic studies and public administration. His appointment follows a rigorous selection process and aims to enhance the commission’s operational framework.
Collaboration with State Governments
NAHCON has also engaged state governments to bolster Hajj operations. A key meeting between Professor Usman and Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, resulted in the governor pledging support for NAHCON’s initiatives and mobilizing the Nigerian Governors’ Forum to assist pilgrims nationwide.

NAHCON
Commitment to Transparency and Excellence
Amidst adjustments and reforms, NAHCON has remained transparent, openly communicating its decisions to the public. The commission’s dedication to enhancing service quality and ensuring a seamless pilgrimage experience underscores its commitment to Nigerian pilgrims.
As preparations for the 2025 Hajj progress, NAHCON’s strategic approach, administrative restructuring, and collaborative efforts signal a promising and well-organized pilgrimage season.
With Ramadan offering a time for reflection and prayers, Nigerian Muslims can look forward to a spiritually fulfilling Hajj experience.
Crime
EFCC Arraigns 2 Chinese Nationals, Nigerian For Cyber Crimee In Lagos

EFCC Arraigns 2 Chinese Nationals, Nigerian For Cyber Crimee In Lagos
EFCC arraigns 2 Chinese nationals, Nigerian for cyber crimee in Lagos. EFCC alleged that they engaged in this foreign exchange without going through the official foreign exchange market authorised by the Central Bank of Nigeria.
The Economic and Financial Crimes (EFCC) on Monday dragged a Nigerian, two Chinese nationals, and their company before the Federal High Court in Lagos over alleged multibillion-naira cybercrime.
The defendants Huang Haoyu, Friday Audu, An Hongxu and a company, Gentting International Ltd., are standing trial before Justice Daniel Osiagor on a 12-count charge of cybercrime.
They all pleaded not guilty to the charges.
The prosecutor, Bilikisu Buhari, told the court that the defendants committed the offences sometime in 2024 in Lagos.
Ms Buhari said the defendants allegedly conspired among themselves to commit the offences with one Dualiang Pan, who is now at large.
She said the defendants allegedly willfully caused to be assessed computer systems organised to destabilise Nigeria’s economic structure.
Ms Buhari also said the defendants allegedly procured Nigerian youths to falsely represent themselves as persons of foreign nationalities.
They were alleged to have procured one Chukwuemeka Okeke to retain $1.2 million in his crypto wallet, which they ought to know forms part of fraudulent activities.
They were alleged to have also procured one Alhassan Garba and Ifesinaci Jacobs to retain $1.3 million in their crypto wallet, being proceeds of crime.
They were also alleged to have retained in the Union Bank account of Gentting International Ltd the sum of N3.4 billion, which also forms part of the proceeds of their fraudulent activities.
The prosecutor alleged that they transferred, among others, N106 million and N913 million to Mr Dualiang’s UBA account, which also forms the proceeds of their fraudulent activities.
The transfer and several other transfers were said to be made from Gentting Ltd.
Besides, the defendants were said to have illegally negotiated a foreign exchange transaction with one Alhassan Garba to the dollar equivalent of N1.1 billion, N962 million, and other sums.
EFCC alleged that they engaged in this foreign exchange without going through the official foreign exchange market authorised by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Court
All monies are said to have formed part of the proceeds of their fraudulent activities.
She said the offences contravened section 29(2) of the Foreign Exchange Monitoring and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 2004.
It also contravenes sections 18 and 27 of the Cybercrime (Prohibition) Act 2015, as well as sections 18(2)(d) and 21(c) of the Money Laundering Act 2021.
The court adjourned the case until March 20 to hear the defendants’ bail application.
The judge ordered the defendants to be remanded in EFCC’s custody pending bail.
Entertainment
Nigerian Music Star Rema Becomes First African Artist On Rolling Stone Cover

Nigerian Music Star Rema Becomes First African Artist On Rolling Stone Cover
Nigerian music star Rema vecomes first African artist on Rolling Stone cover. Nigerian music star Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has made history as the first African artist to be featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine.
The American publication, renowned for its coverage of music, politics, and pop culture, announced Rema as the cover star for its April 2025 edition. Mavin Records celebrated the achievement on Instagram, calling him the “Afrobeats Visionary.”
Following the announcement, Rema delivered an electrifying performance at the Rolling Stone concert, thrilling audiences with hits like Dumebi, Woman, and Calm Down.
This milestone further solidifies Rema’s influence in global music, coming shortly after his feature on Dazed magazine.
Since rising to fame in 2019 under Mavin Records, Rema has continued to push Afrobeats to new heights. His hit song Calm Down, featuring Selena Gomez, became the most streamed Afrobeats track in history, surpassing a billion streams on Spotify and earning multiple platinum certifications.

Nigerian Music Star Rema
It also became the first African-led track to top the Middle East and North Africa’s official streaming chart, earning him a Guinness World Record.
Rema has also made history as the first African artist to perform at the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony in 2023, further cementing his status as a trailblazer for African music.
International
The Rock Lifelong Fan Of Greatness, Champions, Finally Met Al Nassr’s Star Player, The GOAT, Cristiano Ronaldo

The Rock Lifelong Fan Of Greatness, Champions, Finally Met Al Nassr’s Star Player, The GOAT, Cristiano Ronaldo
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, a lifelong fan of greatness and champions, finally met Al Nassr’s star player and the GOAT himself, Cristiano Ronaldo.
The electrifying moment took place in Riyadh, where The Rock expressed his admiration for Ronaldo’s dedication, discipline, and legendary career.
“I’ve always respected guys who put in the work, and Cristiano is the definition of that”

Cristiano Ronaldo
The Rock said, shaking hands with the Portuguese icon. He also showed love for Al Nassr, calling the club “a powerhouse with an incredible legacy.”
The energy between the two icons was undeniable – two legends from different worlds, united by their passion for excellence.
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