Muslims in the country have joined their counterparts in the world to commence the month-long Ramadan fast.

This followed Thursdays announcement by Sultan of Sokoto MUHAMMADU SA’AD ABUBAKAR on the sighting of the new moon.

The Sultan said reports from the National Moon sighting committee indicated that the moon has been sighted in several places.

He urged Muslim Ummahs across the country to pray fervently for the leadership of the nation, that they may be given the wisdom to pilot the affairs of the country appropriately.

The Sultan asked that the Ummahs pray against the COVID-19 pandemic that is ravaging the world while also urging them to obey all the rules regarding the COVID-19 including social distancing.

He asked all Muslims to live in peace with all persons and abide by the teachings of Islam through the period of Ramadan and beyond.