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Ramadan 2026: Sultan of Sokoto Declares December 22, 2025, as First Day of Rajab 1447 AH in Nigeria
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has officially declared Monday, December 22, 2025, as the first day of Rajab 1447 AH in Nigeria. The announcement followed the absence of any confirmed crescent sighting reports across the country on Saturday, December 20, 2025, prompting the completion of 30 days of Jumada Assaniya. Rajab, one of Islam’s four sacred months, holds deep spiritual significance for Muslims as a period of reflection, increased devotion, and preparation ahead of the holy month of Ramadan in 2026.
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has officially declared Monday, December 22, 2025, as the first day of Rajab 1447 AH in Nigeria. The announcement followed the absence of any confirmed crescent sighting reports across the country on Saturday, December 20, 2025, prompting the completion of 30 days of Jumada Assaniya. Rajab, one of Islam’s four sacred months, holds deep spiritual significance for Muslims as a period of reflection, increased devotion, and preparation ahead of the holy month of Ramadan in 2026.
Ramadan 2026: Sultan of Sokoto Declares December 22, 2025, as First Day of Rajab 1447 AH in Nigeria
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has officially declared Monday, December 22, 2025, as the first day of Rajab 1447 AH in Nigeria. The announcement followed the absence of any confirmed crescent sighting reports across the country on Saturday, December 20, 2025, prompting the completion of 30 days of Jumada Assaniya. Rajab, one of Islam’s four sacred months, holds deep spiritual significance for Muslims as a period of reflection, increased devotion, and preparation ahead of the holy month of Ramadan in 2026.
