The crescent marking the beginning of Ramadan 1447 AH has been sighted in Saudi Arabia, confirming the commencement of the holy month.
Consequently, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, will be observed as the first day of Ramadan.
In a statement, the Royal Court said, “The Lunar Crescents Department (Da’irat al-Ahillah) at the Supreme Court held a session on the evening of Tuesday, the 29th of Sha‘ban, 1447 AH—according to the Umm al-Qura calendar—corresponding to 17/2/2026, to review what had been received regarding the sighting of the crescent of the blessed month of Ramadan for this year, 1447 AH.”
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs is yet to declare Ramadan in Nigeria as of filing this report.
