Assurance and Efforts by Authorities The National President of the Association of Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria, Alhaji Nasidi Yahaya, emphasized that all necessary measures are being taken to airlift the remaining pilgrims before the closure of Saudi Arabia’s airspace. Collaborative efforts involving the General Authority of Civil Aviation in Saudi Arabia, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, the Hajj Commission, and the operators are underway. Plans are being made to secure slots for immediate flights with larger aircraft provided by Max Air. The authorities have assured the public that there is no cause for alarm.
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