Chiki Fawzi's role as a Hajj organizer (PPIH) for 2026 ended in disappointment after she was dismissed, briefly recalled, and then canceled again. This aligns with the Ministry of Hajj's policy to only send training participants who meet strict criteria. Chiki expressed acceptance despite confusion over the process.
Chiki Fawzi, daughter of singer Ikang Fawzi and the late Marissa Haque, faced a brief drama in her assignment as a Hajj Organizer (PPIH) for 2026. On January 27, 2026, she announced on Instagram that she was abruptly dismissed from the role and sent home from the Hajj Dormitory, despite passing selection and undergoing intensive training.
The next day, January 28, 2026, coinciding with her 38th birthday, Chiki received a call from the Ministry of Hajj (Kemenhaj) asking her to return to duty. "I was just asked to come back," she said in Jakarta. She expressed readiness to return to the dormitory to serve pilgrims, stating firmly, "If the goal is to serve Allah's guests, I'll go back tomorrow."
However, hopes faded on the morning of January 29, 2026. Chiki posted that the recall was canceled again, even though she had packed. "Not happening anymore. I had already packed to go back," she wrote. "Okay then. Done. I'm confused too. Done."
Chiki explained that the initial dismissal was not due to criteria violations but an order from higher authorities above Kemenhaj. She did not blame the ministry and chose to accept it, while subtly sarcasm toward circulating negative rumors.
This policy aligns with statements from the Deputy Commander of the 2026 PPIH Saudi Arabia Training, Colonel (Ret.) Muftiono, on January 29, 2026. He emphasized that only participants meeting three main pillars—physical fitness, high discipline, and integrity—would be sent. At least six other participants were removed for health and indiscipline issues. Kemenhaj Spokesperson Suci Anisa Mawardi confirmed that final evaluations showed some participants unworthy, to ensure maximum service for 2026 Hajj pilgrims.
