The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Tuesday, June 16, 2026 as the first day of Muharram 1448AH, marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year in Nigeria.
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Islamic New Year declaration
The announcement was made through a statement issued by the Sultanate Council in Sokoto.
Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar and marks the start of a new Islamic year.
The Sokoto State Government declared Tuesday a public holiday to allow Muslims in the state to observe the occasion.
Governor Ahmed Aliyu urged residents to pray for peace and an end to insecurity affecting Sokoto State and Nigeria.
The governor described insecurity as a major challenge affecting national development.
He called for collective efforts to fight banditry and other criminal activities.
He said the government would continue supporting security agencies.
Governor Aliyu encouraged Muslims to use the Islamic New Year for reflection, repentance, and renewal of commitment to good conduct.
He wished Muslims across Nigeria a peaceful and prosperous 1448AH Islamic New Year.
Nigeria’s Muslim community begins the new Islamic year with prayers and reflection, while Sokoto State observes a public holiday and calls for greater efforts toward peace and security.
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