Sultan declares Friday first day of Rabi’ul Awwal 1448 AH after moon sighting across Nigeria

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The Sultan declared Friday as the first day of Rabi’ul Awwal 1448 AH following the moon sighting across Nigeria, marking the end of Safar and the start of the new Islamic month. This announcement is significant for the religious calendar and cultural observances in the country.

The sighting was recorded on Thursday, which corresponded with the 29th day of Safar 1448 AH, thereby signalling the end of Safar and the commencement of the new Islamic month. The post Sultan declares Friday first day of Rabi’ul Awwal 1448 AH after moon sighting across Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.