The Sultan of Sokoto and President of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Thursday 30 June as first day of Dhul Hijjah 1443AH.
By implication, Saturday 9 July, which is equivalent of 10th Dhul Hijjah is Eidul Adha or Sallah Day, while Friday Friday 8 July, which is equivalent of 9th Dhul Hijjah is Arafat Day.
A statement from the National Moon Sighting Committee (NMSC) said Sultan Abubakar had declared Thursday 30th June as the first day of Dhul Hijjah.
“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.
“And also pray for peace, stability and progress of the country,” the statement said.
