Oyogist.com has learned that the sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar, has confirmed the first sighting of the moon, which commence the beginning of Ramadan.
During a live broadcast made on Monday, the sultan announced that Ramadan fast will begin on Tuesday.
He Further urged Muslims to follow all COVID protocol during the Ramadan period.
“Reliable reports of moon sighting were received from Muslim leaders and organisations across the country, which they duly verified and authenticated before sending to us,” he said.“Consequently, tomorrow, Tuesday, the 13th day of April, 2021, becomes the first day of Ramadan.”
During the Ramadan period, Muslim faithful desist from eating, drinking, and involving in any form of sexual relationship.
