Flynas Launches Airlift for Ogun, Kebbi Pilgrims to Nigeria

Flynas began the airlift of pilgrims from Ogun and Kebbi states to Saudi Arabia on June 4, 2026. The airline, which is a designated Nigerian Hajj carrier, announced the commencement through a statement by Mr.

Mahmood Muhammad Aband, the media officer. The first return flight transported the first contingent of Ogun State pilgrims from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah to the newly established Gateway International Airport in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The second return flight will airlift the first batch of Kebbi State pilgrims from Jeddah to Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport in Birnin Kebbi. Additionally, Flynas plans to conduct two additional flights on June 5.

Alhaji Umar Kaila, the Managing Director and CEO of First Planet Travel Limited, the General Sales Agent for Flynas in Nigeria, stated that the airline aims to ensure seamless operations in line with international best practices. Flynas is set to transport a total of 11,342 pilgrims and has already delivered 13,832 units of five-liter Zamzam water bottles to Nigeria ahead of the pilgrims' return.