The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has conducted an extensive inspection of its operated medical clinics and outposts in Makkah.
NAHCON said this in a statement by its Principal Information Officer, Malam Shafii Mohammed, in Makkah on Saturday.
Mohammed said that the NAHCON delegation was led by the Commissioner for Policy, Research, Statistics, Information and Library Services (PRSILS), Prof. Abubakar Yagawal.
“At the Shari’ Sittin Clinic, the Head of Clinic, Dr Fakhrdeen Muhammad, guided the delegation through treatment wards and pharmacy units.
“At Misfalah Clinic, Dr Bunu Bukar conducted a tour of the male and female wards, while at the Kano State Medical Outpost, Dr Ahmad Usman showcased the clinic’s operations and services,” he said.
Muhammed said that clinic heads reported treating various medical conditions, including flu, chest infections, hypertension, diabetes-related complications, and a successfully managed case of cardiac arrest.
“A few mortality cases were also recorded, and pilgrims interviewed praised NAHCON for providing free, timely, and compassionate healthcare,” the NAHCON information officer said.
Speaking after inspection, Yagawal expressed satisfaction with the state of the facilities and lauded the dedication of the medical teams.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the visit underscored NAHCON’s commitment to quality healthcare and the well-being of Nigerian pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj.
Other officials on the inspection team were NAHCON Commissioner representing the Federal Ministry of Health, Dr Saidu Ahmad Dumbulwa; Deputy Director of Planning, Ibrahim Mahmood; and senior members of the National Medical Team.
