Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday evening that Eid Al-Adha will fall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, after the crescent moon of Dhul Hijjah was sighted.
The sighting marks the start of Dhul Hijjah, the Islamic month in which Hajj takes place.
The Day of Arafat, the climax of the pilgrimage, will be observed on Tuesday, May 26.
Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam. Muslims who are physically and financially able are required to perform it at least once in their lifetime.
More details on Hajj arrangements and official prayer times are expected from Saudi authorities in the coming days.
—Eid Al-Adha in Nigeria: Wednesday, May 27, 2026-
In Nigeria, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, declared Monday, May 18, 2026, as the 1st of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH.
That means:
– *Day of Arafat*: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
– *Eid Al-Adha*: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
The announcement came after the crescent moon was sighted in Nigeria on Sunday evening.
The Sultanate Council advised Muslims to rely only on official communications from the Sultanate Council and recognized Islamic authorities for updates.
This matches Saudi Arabia and most of the Muslim world, which also set Eid for May 27, 2026.
The Nigerian government traditionally declares both Eid day and the day after as public holidays, so expect a break Wed-Thu, May 27-28.
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