Sultan of Sokoto Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar has declared Sunday, 30th of March, as Sallah day, in Nigeria.
This is following the sighting of the Shawaal crescent in various places across the country.
The Sultan said reports on the new moon were received from some Emirs and religious leaders and were authenticated.
He urged Muslims to continue praying for our leaders for God to guide them aright in the discharge of their responsibilities.
He also urged them to continue to leave in peace with their neighbours and pray for peace and development in the country