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Watch for new moon to mark Islamic New Year, Sultan urges Muslims
The Sultan of Sokoto has advised Nigerian Muslims to look out for the new moon to signal the commencement of the Islamic New Year. This traditional sighting determines the start of Muharram, the first month of the lunar calendar, as the community prepares for the upcoming religious celebrations and cultural observances.
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