Sultan Declares Continued Fasting as Moon Not Sighted

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar, declared that the Shawwal moon was not sighted in Nigeria. As a result, he announced that Muslims in the country would continue their Ramadan fast.

Consequently, Eid-El-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, has been rescheduled to Friday, March 20, 2026. This announcement aligns with the Sultan's role in guiding the Muslim community regarding lunar observations and religious observances.

The declaration emphasizes the importance of moon sighting in determining the Islamic calendar months, particularly for significant events such as Eid-El-Fitr.