The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, has warned pilgrims that severe penalties await anyone caught performing or aiding others to perform Hajj illegally including a fine of SR10,000; six months imprisonment and immediate deportation and banning from Saudi Arabia for 10 years. The warning, according to the NAHCON management, was sequel to the recent concerns and complaints regarding pilgrims being arrested or prevented from accessing the Masjidul Haram in Makkah for not being in possession of their NUSUK ID cards, which it said was being addressed. It noted in a statement that some …