Sultan Asks Muslims To Look Out For New Moon Of Muharram On Monday

Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar has asked Muslims to look out for the new moon of Muharram 1445 AH on Monday 17th July, 2023 which is equivalent to the 29th of Dhul hijja, 1444 AH.

Gatekeepers News reports that in a statement signed by Yahaya Muhammad Boyi Secretary, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate council sokoto says the sighting should be reported to the nearest district or village head for onward communication to the sultan of sokoto.

The sighting of the new moon of Muharram will Mark the end of the Islamic lunar calendar 1444, and the beginning of the New year 1445 After Hijrah.