NAHCON Recruitment 2026: Application Opens for Adhoc Medical Professionals
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially announced the opening of its recruitment portal for adhoc medical professionals who will serve on the 2026 Hajj National Medical Team.
This recruitment exercise is targeted at qualified Nigerian healthcare workers who will provide medical services to pilgrims during the 2026 Hajj operations in Saudi Arabia. The application process is completely free, and interested applicants are advised to apply early to increase their chances of selection.
According to NAHCON, the recruitment portal will open on December 13, 2025, and close on December 15, 2025.
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About the NAHCON Adhoc Medical Recruitment 2026
The 2026 National Medical Team Operation (NMTO) will be conducted in line with international health and safety standards, as approved by NAHCON and Saudi Arabian health authorities.
Selected medical professionals will be responsible for conducting medical screenings, emergency response, preventive healthcare, and health education for Nigerian pilgrims throughout the Hajj period.
The commission emphasized that selection will be based not only on professional qualifications but also on the ability to work under extreme conditions, including heat exposure, long working hours, and high patient volumes.
Successful applicants will also receive specialized training on managing common Hajj-related health conditions such as heat exhaustion, respiratory infections, dehydration, and complications from pre-existing illnesses.
NAHCON Adhoc Application Summary
Recruitment Body: National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON)
Recruitment Type: Adhoc Medical Staff
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Recruitment Category: Medical Professionals
Application Portal: https://nahcon.gov.ng
Portal Opens: December 13, 2025
Portal Closes: December 15, 2025
Service Location: Saudi Arabia (Hajj Operations)
Eligible Medical Professionals
NAHCON is inviting applications from qualified professionals in the following fields:
- Medical Doctors
- Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Other Healthcare Specialists (e.g., laboratory scientists, radiographers, etc.)
NAHCON Adhoc Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the NAHCON 2026 adhoc medical recruitment, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Doctors: Must be between 27 and 60 years old
- Pharmacists: Must be between 26 and 60 years old
- Nurses: Must be between 22 and 60 years old
- Other Healthcare Specialists: Must be between 22 and 60 years old
Additional conditions include:
- Applicants must be actively practicing at the time of application
- Applicants must not have served on the National Medical Team in the last three (3) Hajj exercises
Applicants must be willing to:
- Work for a minimum of 28 days
- Stay in Saudi Arabia for at least 45 days
- Applicants must be of good character and must not have violated any National Medical Team code of ethics
- Applicants must provide a credible guarantor who has known them for at least five (5) years and can attest to their integrity, honesty, and professional competence
Required Documents for NAHCON Adhoc Application
All applicants are required to upload clear and valid copies of the following documents during the online application:
- Completed Guarantor’s Form
- Basic professional qualification certificate
- NYSC Certificate or Certificate of Exemption
- Current annual professional practicing license
- Recent passport photograph
- Signed applicant declaration form
- Employer clearance letter
Failure to upload any of the required documents may lead to automatic disqualification.
Important Notice to Applicants
- The NAHCON adhoc recruitment process is 100% free
- NAHCON does not charge any application or processing fee
- Applicants should beware of fraudsters and apply only through the official NAHCON website
- Early application is strongly encouraged due to the short application window
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Conclusion
The NAHCON 2026 Adhoc Medical Recruitment offers Nigerian healthcare professionals a unique opportunity to serve their country while gaining valuable international experience during the Hajj pilgrimage.
Qualified and interested candidates are advised to prepare their documents in advance and submit their applications promptly once the portal opens.
For official updates and application access, visit: 👉 https://nahcon.gov.ng
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