The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Monday, December 22, 2025, as the First Day of Rajab 1447AH

The declaration was contained in a statement signed by the Wazirin Sokoto, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu, who is also the Chairman of the Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs. It says, the Committee in conjunction with the National Moon Sighting Committee, did not receive any report confirming the sighting of...