Ogun State government explained the diversion of Hajj pilgrims to Lagos for the 2026 Hajj due to logistical challenges at Gateway International Airport. The decision was made to avoid disruptions, with assurances that the airport remains certified for international flights.
NAHCON Chairman Ismail Yusuf clarified that reports claiming airlines rejected Gateway International Airport in Ogun State are false. He emphasized that the temporary relocation of pilgrims is due to operational adjustments, assuring that necessary arrangements for safe transport
Ogun State government clarified that the relocation of Hajj flights from Gateway International Airport was not due to safety issues but rather logistical challenges with Saudi aviation authorities. The first batch of pilgrims successfully departed from the airport without inciden
