BREAKING: Eid-el-Fitr Date Confirmed in Saudi Arabia, Nigeria Awaits Sultan’s Decision

BREAKING: Eid-el-Fitr Date Confirmed in Saudi Arabia, Nigeria Awaits Sultan’s Decision

Saudi Arabia has officially declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as Eid-el-Fitr 2026 after authorities confirmed that the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on Wednesday evening.

The announcement, which was also shared via HaraminInfo social media platforms, aligns with the Kingdom’s official moon-sighting committees that rely on verified testimonies across multiple regions. As a result, Thursday, March 19, 2026, will be observed as the 30th day of Ramadan, completing the fasting period.

In its message, the platform stated that the crescent moon was not sighted and prayed for acceptance of believers’ acts of worship, including fasting, night prayers, and good deeds during the holy month.

This development means that Muslims in Saudi Arabia will celebrate Eid-el-Fitr on Friday, marking the end of Ramadan 2026 and the beginning of Shawwal.

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Globally, many countries that follow Saudi Arabia’s moon-sighting tradition are also expected to observe Eid on March 20, although differences may still occur in regions that rely on local moon sightings or astronomical calculations.

In Nigeria, attention has now shifted to the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, for the official confirmation of the Eid-el-Fitr date in Nigeria.

While Nigeria often aligns with Saudi Arabia, the country’s final decision depends on verified reports of the crescent moon from different parts of the nation. If the moon is not sighted locally, Nigeria is expected to also declare Friday, March 20, 2026, as Eid-el-Fitr.

Muslims across Nigeria are therefore advised to await the Sultan’s formal announcement, which will determine the official day for Eid prayers and celebrations nationwide.

As Ramadan enters its final hours, many faithful are intensifying acts of worship, charity, and reflection in preparation for the festival of breaking the fast.

BREAKING: Eid-el-Fitr Date Confirmed in Saudi Arabia, Nigeria Awaits Sultan’s Decision