President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima joined thousands of worshippers at the National Eid ground in Abuja on Sunday as Nigerian Muslims marked Eid-El-Fitr, a festival of gratitude, charity, and unity.

Prominent figures such as Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, and several ministers were also present at the prayer ground.

Eid-El-Fitr: A Time of Gratitude and Giving

Eid-El-Fitr, which signifies the end of Ramadan, is celebrated with special prayers held in mosques and open spaces. Families gather to share meals, exchange gifts, and extend warm greetings. A key aspect of the celebration is Zakat al-Fitr, a mandatory charitable donation that ensures everyone, regardless of financial status, can partake in the festivities.

Across cultures, Eid is marked with diverse traditions—from elaborate feasts in South Asia to the vibrant clothing of Nigeria and Africa, and the grand gatherings in the Middle East. Despite these variations, the core themes of unity, gratitude, and compassion remain universal.

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Saudi Arabia, UAE Announce Sunday as Eid Day

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court declared Sunday, March 30, 2025, as the first day of Eid after confirming the sighting of the crescent moon. The UAE and Qatar also announced Sunday as their Eid day. However, Oman, Jordan, Iran, and several North African countries will observe Eid on Monday due to the delayed moon sighting.

Sultan Declares Sunday as Eid in Nigeria

In Nigeria, the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, confirmed that Sunday marked the 1st of Shawwal 1446 AH, officially declaring it Eid al-Fitr day. The announcement followed moon sighting reports from various parts of the country.

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The Sultan congratulated Nigerian Muslims and urged them to uphold the lessons of Ramadan, praying for peace, unity, and the nation’s development.

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