Sultanate Council of Sokoto has urged Muslims to look out for the new moon of Sha’aban 1446 AH on January 29, 2025, marking the month before Ramadan
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Sultanate Council of Sokoto has directed Muslims across Nigeria to begin the sighting of the new moon of Sha’aban 1446 AH on Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
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In a statement signed by Prof. Sambo Junaidu, the Waziri of Sokoto and Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, the council emphasised the importance of moon sighting in accordance with Islamic tradition.
The new moon of Sha’aban signifies the start of the month preceding Ramadan, aiding the Muslim Ummah in spiritual preparation for the holy month of fasting.
Muslims are encouraged to report any moon sightings to their nearest District or Village Head, who will forward the information to the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, for official confirmation.
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The statement concluded with a prayer: “May Allah (SWT) help us in the discharge of this religious duty. Amen.”
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