As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, the Moon Sighting Committee in Sokoto is currently underway in its diligent search for the crescent moon, signaling the commencement of the fasting period. Following the sighting of the crescent moon in Saudi Arabia, anticipation is high for its appearance in Sokoto and the rest of Nigeria.
With the possibility of fasting commencing as early as tomorrow, Monday, the committee is engaged in vigilant observation, before the official confirmation from responsible authorities regarding the sighting of the moon. The sighting in Saudi Arabia indicates a high likelihood of the moon being visible in Nigeria imminently.
Muslim communities across Nigeria are eagerly awaiting news from the Moon Sighting Committee, which holds the authority to announce the commencement of Ramadan based on celestial observations.
As Muslims around the world prepare for this sacred month of fasting, the efforts of the Moon Sighting Committee underscore the significance of celestial observations in determining religious events and practices. Stay tuned for updates as the committee continues its observations and prepares to announce the beginning of Ramadan in Sokoto.
