July 12, (THEWILL) – Nigerian Muslims will observe the 2021 Eid-el-Kabir on Tuesday, 20th July.
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General, Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, also declared Sunday, July 11, as the first day of Dhul-Hijjah 1442AH.
Dhul-Hijjah is the 12th month of the Islamic calendar. It is a sacred month in Islam, one in which Muslims perform the Ḥajj (Holy Pilgrimage) as well as observe the Festival of Sacrifice.
The Eid-el Kabir is usually celebrated ten days after, which is equivalent to the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah 1442AH.
A statement by the Chairman, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council, Sokoto, Prof. Sambo Junaidu, said, “The Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs in Conjunction with the National Moon Sighting Committee on Saturday received reports on the sighting of the crescent of Dhul-Hijjah 1442AH.
“The Sultan accepted the report and accordingly declared Sunday, July 11, as the first day of Dhul-Hijjah 1442AH.
“He felicitates Nigerian Muslim Ummah and wish them Allah’s guidance and blessings.”
The Sultan urged the Muslim Ummah to continue to pray for peace, progress and development of the country, while wishing them happy Eid-el-Kabir in advance.
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