Nigeria, Dec. 14 -- The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the opening of its application portal for the 2026 National Medical Team (NMT), marking an early and strategic step in preparation for the next Hajj operation.

The commission said the move is aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery for Nigerian pilgrims through the early selection of qualified and competent medical personnel.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Deputy Director, Information and Public Relations, Fatima Usara, on behalf of the Chairperson/Chief Executive Officer of NAHCON.

According to the statement, the application process targets Nigerian healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and envir...