JUST IN: Saudi Arabia Declares Eid-el-Fitr Day

Eko Hot Blog reports that no crescent was sighted on Monday, April 8, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia which means this year’s Ramadan fasting will be observed till Tuesday. According to Haramain News “The crescent moon was NOT sighted in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated on Wednesday, 10th April 2024.” … Read more

Jigawa Gov Suspends Commissioner Over Mismanagement Of Ramadan Feeding Funds

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Jigawa state, Umar Namadi has suspended Aminu Kanta, commissioner for commerce, over the alleged mismanagement of funds allocated for the Ramadan feeding programme. Ismaila Dutse, public relations officer in the office of the secretary to the state government, announced Kanta’s suspension in a statement issued on Friday. … Read more