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Are Nigerians barred from performing 2025 hajj?
What if you were told that Nigeria’s Muslim faithful will be shut out of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage? No trip to Makkah. No rites at the Kaaba. Just a total ban.
That’s the shocking claim making waves online. But… is it true?
THE CLAIM
Several posts on Facebook, including one from popular page Gossip Mill NG TV, say it plainly:
“No More Hajj for Nigerian Muslims!!! Saudi Arabia Suspends Visas For Nigeria, 13 Other Countries Ahead Of 2025 Hajj.”
At first glance, it’s disturbing. The posts allege that Saudi Arabia has barred Nigerians from entering the kingdom for the sacred pilgrimage. As the 2025 Hajj draws closer — scheduled for early June — the panic is spreading.
- But WABMA Debunker took a closer look.
THE FACTS
Yes, Saudi Arabia did temporarily suspend the issuance of short-term visas to 14 countries — Nigeria included — starting 13 April. But there’s a catch.
The suspension does not apply to Hajj visas. That’s right. Business, tourist, and family visit visas were paused — not the religious pilgrimage.
In fact, the Saudi tourism office clarified that tourist visa holders are not allowed to perform Hajj or be in Makkah during the Hajj period. That’s standard practice, not a new restriction.
Furthermore, the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a clear denial: the rumors of an entry ban on Nigerians for the 2025 Hajj are false and unfounded.
And the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria — NAHCON — backed this up with a tweet from its official handle: Nigerian pilgrims are not affected. Preparations for the 2025 Hajj are ongoing.
Conclusion, Let’s be clear: Nigerians are NOT banned from the 2025 Hajj. The claim is FALSE.
It’s another case of viral misinformation that plays on religious sensitivity and fuels unnecessary panic. When it comes to information that affects millions — faith, health, elections — always pause, verify, and share responsibly.
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A viral social media report claims that China plans to close its diplomatic missions in Abuja and Lagos and relocate them to Nike Lake in Enugu and World Bank Road in Owerri. The report further claims that the alleged move is because Igbo people travel to China more frequently than other Nigerians.
But is this claim true?
🔎 WABMA DEBUNKER INVESTIGATES.
In this episode, we examine the viral claim against official Chinese diplomatic records and other credible sources.
Our investigation found no credible evidence that China has announced the closure of its Embassy in Abuja or its Consulate General in Lagos. We also found no verified announcement establishing new Chinese embassies in Enugu or Owerri, or supporting the alleged ethnic explanation for the supposed relocation.
✅ VERDICT: FALSE
The viral claim is unsupported by the official records examined in this investigation. China’s diplomatic missions in Abuja and Lagos remain listed in official Chinese records.
📌 WHY THIS MATTERS
False claims about embassies, visas and international relations can cause unnecessary concern and encourage misinformation. Always check official embassy communications and foreign ministry announcements before sharing sensational reports.
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