The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Tuesday, August 6, 2024, as the First Day of Safar in the Islamic year 1446AH.
This declaration follows a thorough review by the Sultanate Council’s Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs.
According to a formal statement released by Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu, the Chairman of the Advisory Committee, the committee collaborated with the National Moon Sighting Committee to confirm the lunar sighting necessary to mark the beginning of Safar. However, reports from various moon sighting committees across the country indicated that the new crescent for Safar 1446AH was not sighted on Sunday, August 4, 2024.
The statement further clarifies that Monday, August 5, 2024, will conclude the month of Muharram, marking it as the 30th day of this holy month. Following the acceptance of the reports regarding the moon sighting, Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar has officially recognized August 6 as the commencement of Safar, a month of significant importance in the Islamic calendar.
This announcement is expected to guide the Muslim community in their observances and practices as they transition into the new month.
