The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Muslims across the country to look out for the new moon of Shawwal 1446AH on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
In a statement signed and made available to newsmen on Friday by the Waziri of Sokoto, Prof. Sambo Wali Junaidu, who also serves as the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs at the Sultanate Council, the sighting of the new moon will determine the end of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid el-Fitr.
According to the statement, “March 29 marks the 29th day of Ramadan 1446AH, making it the first possible day for moon sighting.
“The Sultan has urged anyone who sights the moon to report their observations through the designated phone numbers provided in the release.
The numbers 08037157100, 08066303077, 08035965322, 08035945903, and 07067146900 are listed for reporting moon sightings.
Since the moon sighting exercise is essential to establishing the official date for Eid celebrations, Muslims are encouraged to take part. The month-long Ramadan fast will come to an end and Shawwal will begin if the new moon is certified.
According to the announcement, based on confirmed moon sightings, the Sultanate Council would make the final decision on Eid.
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