The Muslim fasting month of Ramadan will start on Monday following the declaration of moon-sighting by Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III.
The new moon according to the revered leader and President-General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs in Nigeria, was sighted by Muslims leaders and organisations across the country.
“We have accepted the reports of their sighting of the new moon of Ramadan and as a result declared Monday as day Muslims begin the fasting,” Sultan said.
The Sultan while making the announcement on Sunday night in his palace in Sokoto said “Today Sunday March 11th, 2024 marks the end of Sha’aban 1445AH and Monday March 11, 2024 will be the first day of Ramadan 1445 AH.
“Reliable reports from Muslim leaders across the country show that the new moon of Ramadan has been sighted in various parts of the country.”
Abubakar also called on wealthy individuals in the communities to assist the needy and less privillage with food stuffs to enable them perform the fasting with ease .
The Sultan also urge the entire Muslim ummah to use the opportunity during the Fasting period and offer prayers for peace, stability and development of the country.
He urged Muslims to use the 29 or 30-day period to pray for the success of the leadership of the country, peace and stability, harmonious relationship with one another irrespective of religion as well for the development of Nigeria.
