Nigeria’s Sultan Calls on Muslims Nationwide to Sight Jumada al-Thani Crescent on November 9 Country: Nigeria Published: November 8, 2026 Moon-sighting date: November 9, 2026 Islamic year: 1448 AH The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on Muslims across Nigeria to look for the new crescent moon marking the beginning of Jumada al-Thani 1448 AH on Monday, November 9. The directive was announced in a statement issued by the Sultanate Council of Sokoto and signed by Wazirin Sokoto, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu, Chairman of the Council’s Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs. According to the statement, November 9 corresponds to the 29th day of Jumada al-Ula 1448 AH. Muslims who sight the crescent have been instructed to report their observations to the nearest district or village head. The reports will then be forwarded through traditional leadership channels to the Sultan for verification. The Sultanate Council emphasised the importance of following the official moon-sighting process before announcing the beginning of the new Islamic month. Official Confirmation Pending The November 9 exercise is a moon-sighting call, not a confirmation that Jumada al-Thani has already begun. The official commencement will depend on verified crescent-sighting reports and the Sultan's subsequent announcement. Islam Global News – Africa Desk