NAHCON Delegation Undertakes Extensive Inspection of Medical Clinics and Outposts in Makkah

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By Hadiza Abdulrahman 

A high-powered delegation from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), led by the Commissioner for Policy, Research, Statistics, Information and Library Services (PRSILS), Professor Abubakar Yagawal, has embarked on a comprehensive inspection tour of the Commission’s medical clinics and outposts in Makkah.

According to Principal Information Officer, Shafii Muhammed, the inspection covered several key health facilities, including the Shari’ Sittin Clinic, Misfalah Clinic, Kano State Medical Outpost, and Niger State Medical Outpost. The delegation also included NAHCON Commissioner representing the Federal Ministry of Health, Dr. Saidu Ahmad Dumbulwa; Deputy Director of Planning, Ibrahim Mahmood; and senior officials of the National Medical Team.

During the visit, the team assessed service delivery, facility conditions, and staff performance. At the Shari’ Sittin Clinic, Dr. Fakhrdeen Muhammad led the tour through various departments including treatment wards and the pharmacy. At Misfalah Clinic, Dr. Bunu Bukar guided the delegation through the male and female wards, while Dr. Ahmad Usman briefed them on the operations at the Kano State Medical Outpost.

Medical personnel at the facilities reported managing cases ranging from common flu and chest infections to hypertension, diabetes-related complications, and a successfully handled cardiac arrest. While a few deaths were recorded, pilgrims interviewed commended NAHCON for providing free and timely healthcare, applauding the professionalism and compassion of medical staff.

Professor Yagawal expressed satisfaction with the state of the facilities and praised the dedication of the medical teams. He reiterated NAHCON’s commitment to ensuring the health and safety of Nigerian pilgrims throughout the 2025 Hajj exercise.

Following the inspection, the delegation held a debriefing session at the Ummul Jood Office, where critical issues were discussed, including the timely rotation of medical staff, improved management of pilgrims’ passports, enhancement of the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, and the need for official engagement with Saudi authorities on access to controlled psychiatric medications.

Professor Yagawal assured stakeholders that all issues would be communicated to the NAHCON Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, for prompt action. He also emphasized the need to recognize and reward outstanding staff members for their contributions.

The inspection exercise highlights NAHCON’s continued dedication to the welfare of Nigerian pilgrims and its drive to maintain high standards of healthcare delivery during the Hajj.

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