Ramadan

In a rare convergence of religious calendars, Muslims worldwide begin Ramadan 2026 on Wednesday, February 18, the same day Christians commence Lent with Ash Wednesday—a coincidence highlighting the shared spiritual discipline of fasting across faiths.

The sighting of the crescent moon in Saudi Arabia on February 17 signals the beginning of Ramadan 2026, prompting spiritual reflection and charitable initiatives across the Islamic world and Nigeria's Muslim communities.

State and federal officials across Nigeria distributed food and cash support to hundreds of thousands of households during Ramadan, reflecting growing government recognition of economic hardship facing ordinary citizens.

As Nigeria enters Ramadan 1447 AH and the Christian Lenten season simultaneously, government and religious authorities are urging citizens to embrace prayer and community engagement amid the nation's ongoing economic and security challenges.