The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has called on Muslims to watch for the new moon of Shawwal 1446AH on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
In a statement by the Waziri of Sokoto, Prof. Sambo Wali Junaidu, the Sultanate Council emphasized that moon sighting will determine the end of Ramadan and Eid el-Fitr celebrations.
According to the statement, “March 29 marks the 29th day of Ramadan 1446AH, making it the first possible day for moon sighting.
“The Sultan has urged anyone who sights the moon to report their observations through the designated phone numbers provided in the release.”
Muslims who sight the moon are urged to report via the following numbers:
📞 08037157100, 08066303077, 08035965322, 08035945903, 07067146900
Muslims are encouraged to participate in the moon sighting exercise as it plays a crucial role in determining the official date for Eid celebrations. If the new moon is confirmed, it will signal the beginning of Shawwal and mark the end of the month-long Ramadan fast.
The Sultanate Council will make an official announcement based on verified moon sightings.