Sultan Urges Muslims to Sight Jumadal Ula Crescent Today
Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Muslims across the country
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar, has issued a call for Muslims throughout Nigeria to commence preparations for the sighting of the new moon marking the beginning of the Islamic month of Jumadal Ula, in the year 1448 AH, on October 11th, 2026. This directive was communicated via a recent statement issued by the Wazirin Sokoto and the Chairman of the Sultanate Council’s Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu.
The date of the sighting aligns with the 29th day of Rabi’us Thani 1448 AH. On Sunday, October 11th, Muslims are urged to gather at twilight and observe the western horizon for any potential sighting of the new moon. Those who manage to sight the moon should promptly inform their nearest district head or village head, who will then relay the information to the Sultan.
This tradition of relying on the new moon's visibility to mark the start of lunar months is a cornerstone of Islamic religious observance, and Sultan Abubakar, as the paramount Islamic authority and President-General of the NSCIA, plays a crucial role in coordinating the nationwide moon-sighting announcement. He emphasizes the importance of coordination among Islamic scholars, traditional rulers, community leaders, and the general public to ensure a reliable and orderly reporting process.
The Sultan's directive encourages Muslims to remain vigilant for official instructions after the exercise, as the outcome of the sighting will determine the official beginning of Jumadal Ula 1448 AH.
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