The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has directed Muslims across Nigeria to search for the crescent of Rabi’ al-Thani 1448 AH on Friday, September 11, 2026.

The directive was contained in a statement signed by the Wazirin Sokoto and Chairman of the Sultanate’s Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu.

According to the statement, Friday, September 11, corresponds to the 29th day of Rabi’ al-Awwal 1448 AH and is therefore the designated day for the crescent sighting.

The Sultan urged Muslims to look for the crescent immediately after sunset and report any confirmed sighting to the nearest Village or District Head for onward transmission to the Sultan.

The statement stressed that all reports would be verified and authenticated before any official announcement is made.

The Sultanate also cautioned Muslims against unverified claims and premature announcements, urging them to approach the exercise with sincerity and religious responsibility.

The confirmation of the crescent will enable the Sultan to officially announce the commencement of Rabi’ al-Thani 1448 AH.