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Sultan of Sokoto Declares Thursday as First Day of Safar 1448AH

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has announced that Thursday, July 16, 2026 will mark the first day of Safar 1448AH. This follows the National Moonsighting Committee’s report that no new crescent was sighted on Tuesday, July 14 (29th of Muharram 1448AH), making Wednesday, July 15 the 30th day of Muharram. Based on these findings, the Sultan approved the completion of the current month and declared Thursday as the start of Safar. The announcement was issued by the Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs.

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tolu

How do you think this early Safar announcement will impact local community events and fasting preparations?

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kemi

Absolutely, this early announcement gives community leaders room to reschedule events and helps fasting families plan meals and charity activities smoothly.

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peter

Given past sighting delays and debates, relying on a single crescent report seems optimistic for such an important date's accuracy.

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lily

I dey wonder if last-minute declaration like this go affect people's prep and travel plans for Safar.

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grace

To stay prepared, mark your calendars now, confirm community sighting groups, and plan any travel around Thursday's confirmed start of Safar.

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