Sultan confirms moon sighting, declares Sunday Eid-el-Fitr
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has officially declared Sunday, March 30, 2025, as Eid-el-Fitr Day, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. This announcement follows the sighting of the Shawwal moon, which signifies the conclusion of the 29-day fasting period observed by Muslims worldwide. The Sultan, who is also the