At least three Nigerian pilgrims have died during the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The deceased include:
Adizatu Dazumi: A 75-year-old woman from Edo State, who died on Monday after a brief illness at King Fahad General Hospital in Makkah. She fell ill shortly after performing the Tawaaf ritual and was buried in Makkah according to Islamic tradition.
Alhaji Saleh Galeh: A prominent Abia State businessman and Chairman of the Lokpanta Cattle Market, who passed away on Monday. Funeral prayers, Salatul Janaza, were scheduled to be held at the Haram Mosque in Makkah during the Zuhr prayer.
Sulaimon Adewale Hamzat: A pilgrim from Oyo State, who died during the fifth round of movement around Ka'aba.
The Edo State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board and the Islamic Calling Family in Imo State have confirmed the deaths and offered condolences to the families of the deceased.
The Muslim community, in collaboration with the National Hajj Commission and the Abia State contingent, is working to ensure a proper and dignified burial for the deceased.
The deaths have sparked an outpouring of sympathy and support for the families of the deceased. The Chairman of the Edo State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Musah Uduimoh, expressed condolences to the bereaved family and assured other pilgrims that the board is committed to their welfare and safety throughout the pilgrimage.
This tragic incident highlights the challenges and risks associated with the Hajj pilgrimage, particularly for elderly participants. The Saudi authorities and national Hajj boards have taken steps to enhance safety, including increased medical screening, improved health services, and pilgrim orientation programs.
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