Fasting continues as Saudi Arabia declares Wednesday Eid-El-Fitr

Saudi Arabia announced on Monday that the crescent of Shawwal has not been sighted, signifying that fasting will continue on Tuesday. Additionally, Eid-El-Fitr is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, April 10, marking the commencement of the new Islamic month.

This information was conveyed via the official Facebook page of Haramin, a recognized platform for the global Muslim community.

“The crescent moon was not sighted in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated on Wednesday, 10th April 2024. May Allah allow us to utilize the remaining moments of this blessed month to engage in that which pleases Him, may He accept our fasting, prayers, and good deeds, and may He grant us the opportunity to witness many more Ramadans in good health. Ameen,” the announcement stated.

However, Nigerian Muslims are advised to await the announcement from the Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Sa’ad Abubakar, later in the day.

The PUNCH reports that the Sultan urged Muslims nationwide to be vigilant for the new moon, signaling the beginning of Shawwal 1445 AH. In a statement issued by the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs of the Sultanate Council in Sokoto, Sambo Wali, individuals who spot the new moon are encouraged to promptly inform the relevant authorities.

“Muslims are therefore requested to start looking for the new moon of Shawwal 1445AH on Monday and report its sighting to the nearest district or village head for onward communication to His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, the Sultan of Sokoto,” the statement reads.