Nigerians Await Sultan's Pronouncement As Saudi Declares June 27 Arafat Day

18 June 2023
Daily Trust (Abuja)
By Abbas Jimoh

The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia on Sunday announced that Monday, June 19, will mark the first day of Dhul-Hijjah, after sighting the new crescent in the Kingdom on Sunday night.

"Arafat Day falls on Tuesday, June 27, while Wednesday, June 28, will be the first day of Eid Al Adha," the Saudi Arabia apex court said in the statement.

Meanwhile, Nigerians await the formal pronouncement by the Sultan of Sokoto and President of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar III.

The Sultan had on Saturday directed Muslims to look out for the new moon of Dhul-Hijjah 1444 AH from Sunday.

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