The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Muslims across the country to look out for the new moon of Shawwal 1446AH on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
In a statement issued on Friday by the Waziri of Sokoto, Prof. Sambo Wali Junaidu, the Sultan emphasized that the sighting of the new moon would determine the conclusion of Ramadan and the commencement of Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
The statement noted that March 29 marks the 29th day of Ramadan 1446AH, making it the earliest possible date for moon sighting. Muslims who sight the moon are encouraged to report their observations via the designated phone numbers: 08037157100, 08066303077, 08035965322, 08035945903, and 07067146900.
Should the moon be confirmed, it will mark the end of the fasting period and the start of Shawwal, the tenth lunar month in the Islamic calendar. The Sultanate Council will make an official announcement regarding Eid-el-Fitr based on verified reports.
Eid-el-Fitr is one of the most significant Islamic celebrations, marking the end of Ramadan with prayers and festivities among the Muslim faithful.
