Sultan of Sokoto declares January 20 first day of Sha’aban 1447AH
The Sultan of Sokoto, the spiritual leader of Nigerian Muslims, has announced that January 20, 2026, will mark the first day of Sha’aban 1447AH. The declaration was made following the sighting of the moon, which determines the start of the eighth month in the Islamic calendar. The Sultan urged Muslims across the country to observe […]