New Moon Sighting: Sultanate Council’s Directives for the Muslim Community
The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has directed Muslims to observe the crescent of Sha’aban 1446 AH on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, corresponding to the 29th day of Rajab 1446 AH in the Islamic calendar.
Muslims are encouraged to report any sightings of the new moon to their nearest district or village heads, who will then communicate the information to the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, for official confirmation.
The sighting of the new moon of Sha’aban is significant in Islam, 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.