Muslims in Nigeria are celebrating Eid-el-Fitr today after observing the holy month of Ramadan.
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, on Saturday night announced that the crescent moon marking the end of Ramadan had been sighted in Nigeria, confirming that Eid-el-Fitr will be observed today, March 30, 2025.
The announcement followed reports of moon sightings from various locations across the country.
“With the sighting of the moon, Sunday, March 30, 2025, will be the 1st of Shawwal 1446 AH, marking the day for the Eidel-Fitr celebration,” the Sultan, who is also the President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, stated.
He congratulated Muslims on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast and urged them to sustain the virtues of patience, piety, and charity beyond the holy month.
The Sultan also called on Nigerians to pray for peace, unity, and progress in the country, while advising worshippers to observe the Eid prayers peacefully and in accordance with Islamic teachings.
