The NAHCON spokesperson stated that the revised fares were calculated based on an exchange rate of N1,443 per dollar.
He said that the commission would be firm on compliance.
According to him, NAHCON had secured a reduction of over N200,000 per pilgrim in service costs.
The Saudi authorities earmarked September 6 to 23 (15–29 Safar 1447H) for early contracting and payment for Mashair (camps).
Chairman of the commission, Abdullahi Saleh-Usman, stated this in Katsina on Wednesday, during a courtesy visit led by him to Governor Dikko Radda.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has clarified that all matters relating to pilgrims’ refunds from the 2025 hajj have been reconciled and settled.
Mr Muhammed said that the best hajj operational practice could only be possible when there is a well-financed hajj system working in harmony.
Mr Yagawal stressed the significance of collective prayers for Allah’s divine intervention for the nation to overcome its challenges.
The commissioner urged stakeholders to strictly follow the official Saudi Hajj calendar and make early preparations.
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria reports that 27,316 out of 41,668 pilgrims have been transported back to Nigeria so far.
