March 09, (THEWILL)- Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, has directed Muslim Ummah to search for the Ramadan 1445 AH crescent moon from Sunday.
The Sultan, who is also the President-General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), made the call in a press statement made available to Journalists in Sokoto.
The statement was signed by Professor Sambo Janaidu, the Chairman, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council Sokoto.
“This is to inform the Muslim Ummah that Sunday, March 10th, which is equivalent to the 29th day of Sha’aban 1445 AH, shall be the day to look for the new moon of Ramadan 1445 AH.
“Muslims are, therefore, requested to start looking for the new moon of Ramadan 1445 AH on Sunday and report, when cited, to the nearest District or Village Head for onward communication to the Sultan,” the statement reads in part.
The Monarch, however, offered prayers to Allah for continued support to all Muslims in the fulfilment of their religious obligations.
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