President Bola Tinubu has urged Muslims to use the Ramadan period to foster unity and peace in their various communities. The President also said that as the wet season approaches, he remained steadfast in boosting agricultural productivity. This was contained in his message to the Muslim community in the country as they begin the period…
Saudi Arabia announced on Friday that the holy month of Ramadan will commence on Saturday, March 1, after the Ramadan crescent moon was sighted in the Kingdom. With the confirmation, more than 1.8 billion Muslims across the world will begin fasting from sunrise to sunset each day. Ramadan falls on the ninth month of the…
The Katsina State Hisbah Board has ordered the suspension of academic activities in all private schools in the state during the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement on Thursday, Hisbah commander-general, Aminu Usman, stated that schools must comply with the directive “to allow pupils to observe the holy month.” “In accordance with the Katsina…
Parents are confused in Bauchi, as schools will be shut down for one month following a directive from the Ministry of Education to keep children at home during the month of Ramadan. Vanguard investigations reveal that all pupils will be tasked with writing their exams immediately after returning from the break. Several parents who spoke…
The Sultanate Council Sokoto says, Friday 28th February, 2025, marks the start of the search for the new Moon of Ramadan 1446AH. This is contained in a statement signed by Wazirin Sokoto and Chairman, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council, Sokoto Prof. Sambo Wali Junaidu. It calls on Muslims to look out for the…
The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has instructed the Muslim Ummah to observe the crescent of Sha’aban 1446 AH on Wednesday, corresponding to the 29th day of Rajab 1446 AH in the Islamic calendar. Prof. Sambo Junaidu, the Waziri of Sokoto and Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, conveyed the directive in a statement…
As preparations for Ramadan 2025 intensify, the UAE has unveiled updates to ensure a smooth transition into the holy month, which begins on March 1. Key changes include shortened work hours, free parking during iftar, and adjusted school schedules, all aimed at easing daily routines during this sacred period of fasting and prayer. The updates,…