Alhaji Muhammad Sa‘ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto and President of Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has declared Monday 19th June 2023, as the 1st day of Zul-Hijjah 1444 AH.
The declaration follows the sighting of the new Crescent signifying the end of the month of Zul-Qida
The Sultan, therefore announced Wednesday 28th June 2023 as the day of Eidul Adha 1444 AH Eid Kabir.
It was learned that Saudi Authorities have also declared Tuesday, 27th of June 2023 as the day of Arafat.
The Sultan, however, wishes the entire Muslims happy Eidul Adha Mubarak.