Sultan Announces Moon Sighting, Ramadan Begins Wednesday
Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto, received reports of the crescent moon sighting from Islamic leaders across Nigeria on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The sightings occurred on the 29th day of Sha’aban 1447 AH. Additionally the Sultanate Council authenticated these reports through its Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs. Professor Sambo Wali Junaid, chairman of…