The Kaduna State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Agency has commenced medical screening for all intending pilgrims set to perform this year’s Hajj in Saudi Arabia.
In an interview the agency’s spokesperson, Malam Yunusa Abdullahi, confirmed that the screening process began on Sunday across the state.
Abdullahi stated, “All registered intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj must undergo compulsory medical screening this week.”
The purpose of the exercise, he explained, is to assess the health status of the pilgrims before embarking on their spiritual journey.
The screening includes mandatory pregnancy tests for female pilgrims.
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He clarified that the aim of the process was not to disqualify anyone, but rather to ensure that those with medical conditions such as diabetes or hypertension receive the necessary care.
Abdullahi further noted that pilgrims would be provided with two meals per day during their stay in Saudi Arabia.
He emphasised that only tests conducted at government-approved hospitals would be accepted.
“The medical and pregnancy tests are compulsory. Any pilgrim who refuses to undergo them risks forfeiting their Hajj pilgrimage,” he warned.
Intending pilgrims have been advised to collect their medical cards from their registration officers before visiting the designated hospitals for the screening.
