By Abiola Olawale
Saudi Arabia on Tuesday officially sighted the crescent moon, marking the beginning of Ramadan 1447.
This means the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Wednesday, while Taraweeh prayers will be held after the Isha prayer tonight.
A post by @Muslim on X read, “BREAKING: Saudi Arabia announces the first day of fasting for Ramadan to begin on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
“Taraweeh will begin tonight on the first evening of the blessed month.
“It’s recommended to follow the fasting time designated by your local community and country.”
Muslims in Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and some other parts of the world will begin their first day of fasting at dawn on Wednesday, ushering in a month dedicated to prayer, reflection, and devotion.
