Sultan Declares Eid-el-Adha for June 6, Urges Nigerian Muslims: ‘Don’t Forgo Hereafter for Mundane World’ Amid Hardships
Sultan’s Dhul-Hijjah Message: Eid-el-Adha Set for June 6 Amid National Challenges The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Friday, June 6, 2025, as Eid-el-Adha for Nigerian Muslims, urging the Ummah to prioritize spiritual devotion over socio-economic hardships in the sacred days of Dhul-Hijjah 1446AH. Key Directives for Sacred Days In a statement by JNI Secretary-General Prof. Khalid Aliyu, the Sultan emphasized: Spiritual Focus:"Do not forgo the hereafter for this mundane world. Trust Allah amid deprivations and insecurity." Recommended Acts: Glorify Allah through constant remembrance (dhikr) and Qur’an recitation. Seek forgiveness, show kindness to relatives, and support the poor. Reconcile conflicts, visit the sick, and extend goodwill. Sacrificial Rituals: Those offering animals must refrain from haircuts/nail trimming until after Eid prayers. Skip breakfast on Eid day until after slaughtering and prayers. Why Dhul-Hijjah Matters Most The Sultan highlighted the period’s significance: "Most Beloved Days": Good […]