Sultan of Sokoto Urges Muslims to Watch for Ramadan Moon
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa'ad Abubakar III, has called on Muslims across Nigeria to begin looking for the crescent moon that marks the start of Ramadan on February 17, 2026. This directive was communicated in a statement signed by Prof. Sambo Wali Junaidu, the Wazirin Sokoto and chairman of the advisory committee on religious affairs.
The Sultan emphasized the significance of this observance, urging village and district heads to report any sightings of the moon promptly to the Sultan's council. Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a period of fasting (sawm), communal prayer (salah), and reflection for Muslims worldwide, aligning with the five pillars of Islam.
The observation of Ramadan is crucial for the Muslim community, marking a time of spiritual growth and communal unity.
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