Saudi Arabia has announced that the holy month of Ramadan begins today, Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the crescent moon.
The Saudi Royal Court confirmed that Taraweeh prayers were held last night at Masjid Bin Bāz after Esha prayer. Other countries, including Qatar and Oman, have also declared the start of Ramadan today.
Meanwhile, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Saad Abubakar, is yet to officially confirm the sighting of the moon in Nigeria as of the time of this report.
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a time of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims worldwide. Work and school hours are typically adjusted during this period.
