Nigerian Muslims start Ramadan fast on March 1 as Sultan confirms sighting of moon

Fasting of the month of Ramadan, which is ninth of the 12 Islamic calendar year, begins tomorrow Saturday March 1, 2025, the Sultan of Sokoto and Leader of the Muslim Ummah of Nigeria, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, declared on Friday February 28, 2025.

The Sultan explained that his declaration followed verified and authenticated reports from various Muslim leaders across the country, which he said had been accepted.

According to the Sultan, “Today Friday 28th February 2025 brings us to the end of Sha’ban. Reports of positive sighting of the new crescent of Ramadan was brought to us by various leaders across the country. We have verified and authenticated such reports and have duly accepted such reports.

“Therefore, tomorrow 1st March 2025 makes it 1st Ramadan 1446 After Hijrah,” the Sultan said.

He therefore called on Muslims in the country to commence the fasting while also urging them to pray for leaders to enable them lead the nation and its people well.

He seized opportunity of the announcement to enjoin well-to-do Muslims to reach out and give to the less privilege or needy during the period.

 

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