Sultan of Sokoto announces the start of Ramadan
Mon Jun 06, 2016 10:21:am National
2.3K By Buchi Obichie
After the sighting of the new moon in various quarters, the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar, has announced the beginning of the Ramadan on Monday, June 6.
Speaking on Sunday, the Sultan said: "I have the greatest pleasure to announce to you that today June 5, 2016 marked the end of Shaaban and therefore Monday June 6, 2016 marks the beginning of Ramadan 1437 AH."
He went further to state, "Reliable reports from Muslim leaders across the country show that the new moon of Ramadan has been sighted in various parts of the country. I urge you all to use the opportunity to offer prayers for peace and development of this country."
All Muslims were also advised by Sultan Abubakar to use the period of Ramadan to pray for the success of the leadership of Nigeria; as well as pray for the peace and stability of the nation. He further pleaded for peaceful co-existence with those of other faiths and ethnic groups.
Speaking on Sunday, the Sultan said: "I have the greatest pleasure to announce to you that today June 5, 2016 marked the end of Shaaban and therefore Monday June 6, 2016 marks the beginning of Ramadan 1437 AH."
He went further to state, "Reliable reports from Muslim leaders across the country show that the new moon of Ramadan has been sighted in various parts of the country. I urge you all to use the opportunity to offer prayers for peace and development of this country."
All Muslims were also advised by Sultan Abubakar to use the period of Ramadan to pray for the success of the leadership of Nigeria; as well as pray for the peace and stability of the nation. He further pleaded for peaceful co-existence with those of other faiths and ethnic groups.
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