Just In: Saudi Arabia Deports Sheikh Gumi From 2025 Hajj
- Saudi Arabian authorities have barred Sheikh Ahmad Gumi from participating in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage
- The prominent Kaduna-based Islamic scholar was deported back to Nigeria on Monday, May 25, 2025
- The controversial Islamic cleric shared details of what happened and the reason he was barred from participating in the religious rites
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues
Kaduna state - Prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has been barred from participating in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi authorities deported the Kaduna-based cleric despite initially granting him a visa.
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Sheikh Gumi disclosed this on Monday, May 26, 2025, on his official Facebook page.
The Kaduna-based controversial cleric was denied entry into Medina, where he was scheduled to commence his religious rites.
“For some obvious reasons, my views about world politics, the Saudi authorities are uncomfortable about my presence in Hajj after giving me the Hajj Visa.
“Thanks to the Nigerian authorities who have pledged to take up the matter immediately with Saudi authorities. That is the value of our cherished freedom and democracy.
“I'm now free to attend to my health and farming activities.
“We should continue to pray for the safe return of all pilgrims, peace, and prosperity for our dear nation.”
Nigerians react as Saudi Arabia deports Sheikh Gumi
Muhammad Kabir Ismail
The truth must be told and that is your stock in trade, your position on world politics is unambiguous. My Allah makes it easier for you and continue to be your guide.
Isma'il Aliyu Entifa
May Allah continue to protect you Malam.
Anyone following your highly educative preachings will know that "the establishment" will not be comfortable with your stands. We are not surprised
Just keep on Sheikh. Gaskiya za ta yi halinta
Amah Muh'd
May Allah be sufficient for u and the entire ummah.
This is a clear picture that Dr Gummi is standing against all odds, in Nigeria it is Dr Gummi against them, in the world it is Dr Gummi against them.
Your preaching actually is passing the message across the globe, Sultan Bello mosque is a world center stage.
Haruna Idris Bayero
Slm,sir the moment I saw u with your luggage I was like this people will not allow you to proceed to pilgrimage due to your contructive criticism to Arabs nation and Saudi in Particular towards their attitude in regards to Palestinian and now my thoughts has come to Pass.Allah ya kyauta.
Usman Balarabe Isah Kure
They plan and plot, but we must remember that Allah, too, has plans, and indeed, the best planner is Allah.
It becomes apparent that the authorities in the KSA seek to silence the one & only voices of dissent Sheikh Mufti Dr. Ahmad Abubakar Mahmud Gumi
Their attempt to stifle criticism of their government's blatant failure to defend their brothers and sisters in Gaza & uphold justice, especially as innocent lives, particularly women and children, are taken in Palestine daily, often without mercy. 😭😭
You're a peace ambassador, you dedicate yourself to championing good governance and advocating for the oppressed across the globe. The pressures and threats directed at you cannot diminish your staunch commitment to truth and justice.
May Allah safeguard you against their malice and empower you to speak out boldly for those who cannot. Aamiin 🙏 ya ALLAH!
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NAHCON announces 2025 Hajj fare for Nigerians
Recall that the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) announced the 2025 Hajj fare for Nigerians, with costs varying by region.
Pilgrims from the southern part of the country will pay ₦8.78m, while the lowest fare is ₦8.33m in Borno/Adamawa.
The fare differences are due to non-uniformity of travel logistics, accommodation, and zone-specific factors.
Hajj fare: Nigerian governor approves N2.1bn subsidy
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that the governor of Bauchi state Bala Mohammed, approved N2.1 billion as a 2024 Hajj fare subsidy.
This came after NAHCON increased the 2024 hajj fare by N1.9 million and many intending pilgrims who were unable to meet with new payment deadline demanded a refund of their money.
Following the move by Bala, the state’s 2,290 intending pilgrims now will get a subsidy of N959,000 amounting to 50 percent of the increment by the Muslim body.
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