Sultan declares Friday Eid, police, NSCDC mobilise nationwide
The Sultanate Council in Nigeria has declared Friday as Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, following the non-sighting of the moon.
Sultan declares Friday Eid-el-Fitr
The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has announced that Friday, March 20, 2026, will be the first day of Shawwal 1447AH, marking Eid-el-Fitr in Nigeria after no moon sighting was reported.
Afternoon recap: Sultan urges Muslims to look out for moon, NBA slams judge over Sowore’s lawyer, Tinubu departs for UK, other headlines
Key developments include the Sultan of Sokoto urging Muslims to look for the Shawwal crescent, criticism from the NBA regarding a judge's conduct, and President Tinubu's departure for the UK.
Eid-el-Fitr: Sultan urges Muslims to look for Shawwal crescent Wednesday
The Sultan of Sokoto has called on Muslims in Nigeria to look for the Shawwal crescent to mark the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid-el-Fitr.
Tinubu, Sultan in closed-door talks in Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja amidst ongoing consultations on national issues.
PHOTOS: Sultan of Sokoto visits Tinubu in Abuja
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’adu Abubakar III, paid a courtesy visit to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, highlighting the union of political and spiritual leadership in Nigeria.
Sultan urges responsible speech for national unity
The Sultan of Sokoto emphasizes the importance of responsible speech to promote peace and unity in Nigeria.
Sultan confirms moon sighting, declares Wednesday first day of Ramadan
The Sultan of Sokoto has announced that Wednesday will be the first day of Ramadan after the crescent moon was sighted across Nigeria.
Ramadan: Sultan directs moon sighting Tuesday
The Sultan of Sokoto has called on Muslims in Nigeria to search for the new moon of Ramadan on February 17, 2026, and report sightings to the Sultanate Council.
Sultan urges Muslims to look for Ramadan crescent Tuesday
The Sultan of Sokoto calls on Muslims in Nigeria to observe the crescent moon marking the beginning of Ramadan on February 17, 2026.
Sultan, Ooni, Kukah receive honorary doctorates at FUOYE 10th convocation
The Federal University Oye-Ekiti awarded honorary doctorates to notable figures including the Sultan of Sokoto and the Ooni of Ife at its 10th convocation ceremony.
Osun gov, Sultan, Ooni to unveil faith-based varsity
The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, along with other dignitaries, will participate in the inauguration of the first Vice Chancellor of Minaret University in Ikirun, Osun State.