Thousands Mourn Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's Tragic Death in Mashhad Funeral
Thousands gathered in Mashhad, Iran, to mourn President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash. The procession, marked by traditional mourning rituals, drew significant crowds. Raisi was a key political figure seen as a potential successor to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The funeral took place at the revered Imam Reza shrine.
2024 Hajj: 3,275 Nigerian Pilgrims Airlifted by NAHCON to Saudi Arabia
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has successfully airlifted 3,275 Nigerian pilgrims to Saudi Arabia three days into the commencement of the operation. The initiative was inaugurated by Vice-President Kashim Shettima. The airlift operation aims to transport 65,000 pilgrims by June 10.