The Sultan of Sokoto has requested Nigerian Muslims to look out for the new moon signifying the start of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. This observation will determine the date of the Islamic New Year, 1448AH. The Sultan’s call is a traditional practice, relying on moon sightings to confirm the beginning of significant Islamic events. Muslims are encouraged to participate in the observation and report any sightings. The announcement was made to facilitate the collective observance of the New Year. Details were published by Punch News. This annual practice underscores the importance of lunar observation in the Islamic faith.