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Yesterday the Sultan of Sokoto Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubaka III has declared today Monday as the First day of Ramadam. And urge Muslims to commence fasting. Addressing journalists in his palace yesterday, said the moon

was sighted in almost all   part of the country, and the moon sign was received by the Muslim council of Leaders.

“In accordance with Islamic law and our pursuit of obligatory fast as third pillar of Islam. We wish to announce that today Sunday the 29th day of Shaaban 1437 after Hijra which is equivalent to June 5, 2016, has marked the end of the month and the beginning of the new month of the Ramadan.

“Consequent upon this, Monday, June 6, 2016 becomes the first day of Ramadan 1437 after Hijra,”he said.

He implore Muslims to leave in harmony with other religion

“Muslims should dedicate themselves to the teachings of Islam and devote themselves to the worship of Allah during the Ramadan.

“They should continue to live peacefully with other Nigerians irrespective of tribal and religious differences,” the Sultan added.

 However, President Muhammadu Buhari, Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara have advised Muslims to use the holy month of Ramadan as a great opportunity for seeking forgiveness and getting closer to Allah through worship (Ibadah) and good deeds during this period. 

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