EFCC Probes NAHCON Chairman Over Alleged N50 Billion Pilgrimage Scandal in Nigeria

The EFCC is investigating Saleh Abdullahi Usman, Chairman of Nigeria's National Hajj Commission, over an alleged N50 billion pilgrimage scandal linked to the 2025 Hajj operations. Usman voluntarily presented himself at the EFCC headquarters following claims of financial misconduct, including unauthorized expenditures totaling N50 billion.

The probe, amidst growing allegations within NAHCON, involves diversion and misappropriation of funds earmarked for the pilgrimage. Although Usman has not been formally charged, his security clearance has been revoked, signaling the seriousness with which the federal government is treating the allegations.