SULTANATE COUNCIL URGES MUSLIMS TO LOOK OUT FOR NEW MOON

The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has directed the Muslim Ummah to look out for the new moon of Sha’aban tomorrow, January 29, corresponding to the 29th day of Rajab 1446 AH in the Islamic calendar.

A statement by the Waziri of Sokoto and Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Prof. Sambo Junaidu said the sighting of the new moon of Sha’aban is a significant Islamic practice, as Sha’aban is the month preceding Ramadan, which is the holy month of fasting.

The sighting of the new moon of Sha’aban is a significant Islamic practice, as Sha’aban is the month preceding Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. The declaration of the new moon marks the start of Sha’aban and aids Muslims in preparing for Ramadan.

This announcement reflects the Sultanate Council’s traditional role in issuing moon sighting declarations, which guide Muslims in adhering to Islamic teachings on religious observances.

The council urged the Muslim community to stay updated through local religious leaders and official Sultanate Council announcements.