The Sultan of Sokoto and president of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has officially announced that Friday, June 7, 2024, will mark the beginning of Dhu al-Hijjah 1445 AH, according to a statement released by the National Moon Sighting Committee.
This declaration also signifies that Sunday, June 16, 2024, will be observed as Eidul Adha 1445 AH.
The Sultan had previously instructed Muslims to observe the new moon of Dhu al-Hijjah 1445 AH after sunset on Thursday, as mentioned in a statement by Prof. Salisu Shehu, the deputy secretary-general of the council.
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Additionally, the Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia had earlier declared Friday, June 7, as the start of Dhu al-Hijjah following the sighting of the new crescent in the Kingdom on Thursday night. As such, Arafat Day is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, and Eid Al Adha will commence on Sunday, June 16.
This announcement marks the commencement of the Hajj pilgrimage season for the year 2024, with an estimated three million Muslim pilgrims expected to participate.
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