By Abdul-Basit Abba
The Hajj Savings Scheme (HSS) Division of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) held a strategic meeting Wednesday with representatives of TAJ Bank at the Boardroom, Hajj House, Abuja.
The focus of the meeting was to explore the development of a digital application that will ease the Hajj registration and savings process for intending pilgrims.
The delegation from TAJ Bank included Sadiq, Abdulhakim Abdul, Na’ir Garba, and Yusuf, who all provided technical perspectives on the bank’s capacity to support a secure and user-friendly digital platform.
NAHCON was represented by Dr. Aliyu A. A. Esq, Alhaji Rabiu Na’allah, Alhaji Auwal Kazaure, along with officers from the Hajj Saving Scheme(HSS) Division and the ICT Unit.
The Commission’s team emphasized the need for an intuitive and accessible platform that meets the needs of all categories of pilgrims across Nigeria.
Both parties engaged in detailed deliberations on the app’s proposed features, including biometric integration, e-payment systems, data security, and real-time updates on Hajj-related activities. The collaboration is expected to usher in a new era of digital efficiency in NAHCON’s operations, enhancing transparency, accountability, and user experience.
The meeting concluded with an agreement on next steps, including timeline drafting, responsibilities of both parties, and a follow-up session to evaluate progress and ensure the app is ready for deployment ahead of the 2026 Hajj registration cycle.
Abba reporting from NAHCON
