Chairman of the Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affiars says the date corresponds to the 29th day of Jumadal Ula 1448AH.
By Staff Reporter
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Published on November 8, 2026
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The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General, Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar has called on Muslims across the Country to look out for the new Moon of Jumada Assaniya 1448AH on Monday, 9th November, 2026.
A statement by the Sultanate Council of Sokoto and signed by the Wazirin Sokoto, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu, who is also Chairman of the Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affiars says the date corresponds to the 29th day of Jumadal Ula 1448AH.
It urged Muslims to look out for the Crescent and report any confirmed sighting to the nearest District or Village Head.
The statement added that reports of the moon sighting should be communicated through the Traditional Authorities to the Sultan for onward communication and necessary action.
