The Sultanate Council has asked Muslims nationwide to observe the search for the crescent moon marking Sha’aban 1447 AH on Monday, January 19, 2026.
The directive was contained in a notice signed by the Wazirin Sokoto and Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Prof. Sambo Junaidu, on Sunday.
According to the Advisory Committee operating under the Sultanate Council, Monday coincides with the 29th day of Rajab 1447 AH, the traditional date designated for determining the beginning of the Islamic month of Sha’aban.
“The Committee wishes to inform the Muslim Ummah that the search for the new moon of Sha’aban 1447 AH should commence on Monday,” the statement read.
“This date corresponds to the 29th of Rajab 1447 AH, in line with Islamic tradition.”
Muslims were urged to take part actively in the moon sighting and to relay any confirmed sightings to the nearest District or Village Head, who will forward such reports to His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs.
“We urge all faithful to report any credible moon sighting to the appropriate authorities,” the Committee added, describing the exercise as “a religious responsibility that requires diligence.”
The Advisory Committee also offered prayers for the successful conduct of the exercise and sought divine guidance for the Muslim community.
“May Allah guide us and grant us success in fulfilling this duty,” the statement said.
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