AL HATYQ TRAVELS AND TOURS LIMITED FLAGS OFF HAJJ 2026 FIRST BATCH PILGRIMAGE

An atmosphere filled with emotion, prayers, hope, and spiritual excitement enveloped families, well-wishers, and Islamic faithful as Al Hatyq Travels and Tours Limited officially commenced its Hajj 2026 operations with the successful departure of its First Batch of pilgrims on Friday, May 15, 2026.
The departure ceremony, which attracted relatives, clerics, community leaders, and supporters, marked the beginning of a sacred journey for the pilgrims heading to the Holy Land of Makkah and Madinah to fulfil one of the five pillars of Islam. Tears of joy, heartfelt embraces, and fervent prayers characterized the memorable occasion as the intending pilgrims prepared themselves spiritually and emotionally for the life-changing pilgrimage.
Speaking during the departure process, representatives of Al Hatyq Travels and Tours Limited expressed profound gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting the company another opportunity to serve the guests of Allah. They reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to ensuring a smooth, safe, and spiritually fulfilling Hajj exercise for all pilgrims under its care.
The management further assured families and loved ones that adequate arrangements had been put in place regarding accommodation, transportation, welfare, guidance, and spiritual support throughout the pilgrimage period in Saudi Arabia.
For many of the pilgrims, the journey represents the fulfilment of lifelong dreams and years of prayers. Some could not hide their emotions as they expressed appreciation to Allah for granting them the rare privilege to witness another Hajj season. Others offered prayers for peace, unity, and progress for Nigeria and the Muslim Ummah at large.
The commencement of the Hajj operation by Al Hatyq Travels and Tours Limited also reflects the growing confidence many Muslim faithful have continued to place in the company for its consistency, professionalism, and dedication in handling pilgrimage activities over the years.
Islamic scholars present at the gathering charged the pilgrims to remain good ambassadors of their families, communities, and nation by upholding the values of patience, humility, discipline, and sincerity throughout the spiritual exercise. They reminded them that Hajj is not merely a journey of movement, but a journey of purification, sacrifice, obedience, and complete submission to the will of Allah.
As the First Batch departed on May 15, prayers continued to rise from different quarters for Allah’s divine protection, mercy, and acceptance upon all pilgrims embarking on the sacred journey this year.
Indeed, the departure of the first set of pilgrims by Al Hatyq Travels and Tours Limited signals not only the beginning of Hajj 2026 activities, but also another chapter of faith, devotion, and spiritual renewal for countless Muslim faithful.
May Almighty Allah guide every pilgrim throughout the sacred rites, grant them sound health and safe return, and accept their worship as Hajj Mabrur — Hajj Mobroor. Ameen.