The Sultan of Sokoto and President of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Thursday 30th June as 1st Day of Dhul Hijjah, 1443AH.
This means that Saturday, 9th July is Eidul Adha or Sallah day, coming after Friday 8 July, which is Arafat Day.
This was contained in a statement from the National Moon Sighting Committee (NMSC).
“Eidul Adha will be on Saturday, 10th Dhul Hijjah 1443H (9th July 2022) In Sha Allah.
His Eminence, the Sultan hereby calls upon the Muslim Ummah to intensify efforts in acts of worship during the first 10 days of the blessed month of Dhul Hijjah.
He also called for prayer for peace, stability, and progress of the country, the statement said.
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