Hajj: NAHCON receives malaria test kits as S/Arabia prepares 10,000 handcarts for pilgrims

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has received a donation of 300 Malaria Test Kits from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This contribution was facilitated through the Kingdom’s Ministry of Health (MoH). According to a statement from NAHCON’s Assistant Director of Public Affairs, Fatima Sanda Usara, the donation was delivered by Dr. Yahya and […]

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has received a donation of 300 Malaria Test Kits from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This contribution was facilitated through the Kingdom’s Ministry of Health (MoH).

According to a statement from NAHCON’s Assistant Director of Public Affairs, Fatima Sanda Usara, the donation was delivered by Dr. Yahya and Dr. Bandar during a visit to NAHCON’s Main Clinic at Misfala Kudai, AL-Musarifeen. Usara highlighted that this visit underscored the high level of responsibility and professionalism exhibited by NAHCON clinics.

“The confidence in NAHCON’s primary healthcare system stems from effective collaboration between NAHCON’s health workforce and the Saudi MoH. This partnership ensures that serious cases referred to Saudi hospitals are stabilized and then returned to NAHCON clinics for continued observation, thus reducing bed occupancy at Saudi hospitals,” Usara explained.

She also noted that the provision of the malaria test kits will facilitate early diagnosis and prompt treatment, further demonstrating the trust the Saudi Health Ministry has in NAHCON’s health facilities.

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In preparation for this year’s Hajj season, the General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has announced the deployment of 251 golf carts and 10,000 handcarts for pilgrims. According to the Saudi Press Agency, these resources will be available at 20 distribution sites throughout the Grand Mosque and its courtyards.

The operational plan aims to serve 35,000 people daily, ensuring maximum efficiency and convenience for pilgrims. By the end of this year’s Hajj season in 1445 AH, the plan also aims to provide 10,000 handcart pushers to assist pilgrims, making their Hajj experience as smooth and comfortable as possible.