Sultan of Sokoto Directs Muslims to Look for New Moon on Monday

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged Muslims across Nigeria to keep a keen eye on the skies this Monday, as he directs the community to search for the new moon of Jumada Assaniya 1448 AH. According to Punch Newspapers, this call comes as the Sultan serves as the President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA). If the new moon is sighted, it will mark the beginning of the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, with Muslims around the country preparing for the Eid al-Adha celebrations. This timely announcement serves as a reminder for the Muslim community to maintain their religious practices, especially during this holy period.

Attribution: Punch Newspapers