**Eid-el-Fitr: Muslims in Nigeria to Look Out for New Moon** As Muslims around the world prepare to break their fast, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Sa'ad Abubakar, has directed all Muslims in Nigeria to begin the search for the new moon of Shawwal 1447 AH. This directive is in line with Islamic tradition, which requires the sighting of the new moon to mark the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Shawwal. According to the Sultan's directive, Muslims in Nigeria should start looking for the new moon on Wednesday, March 18, which is equivalent to the 29th day of Ramadan 1447 AH. Those who sight the moon are encouraged to report their sightings to the nearest District or Village Head, who will then communicate the information to the Sultan. The Sultan's office has also provided a list of telephone numbers (0803 715 7100, 0806 630 3077, 0803 596 5322, 0803 594 5903, and 0706 714 6900) where credible sightings can be reported directly. The sighting of the new moon marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Shawwal, which signals the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, a significant Islamic holiday. Eid-el-Fitr is a time for Muslims to come together with family and friends, share in the joy of breaking their fast, and give thanks to Allah for the blessings received during the holy month of Ramadan. In Nigeria, Eid-el-Fitr is a public holiday, and many Muslims take the opportunity to pray, share food, and engage in charitable activities. This year, Muslims in Nigeria are expected to follow the Sultan's directive and look out for the new moon, which will mark the beginning of the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.