Watch Live: 2026 Eid-Ul-Fitr Celebrations from Independence Square, Accra
Thousands of Muslim faithful have converged at Independence Square in Accra to observe the 2026 Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations.
In attendance are the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, along with other imams from various Zongo communities.
Also present are President John Dramani Mahama; Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin and other government officials.
Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 is being celebrated today, Friday, March 20, 2026, marking the end of Ramadan.
The exact date depends on the sighting of the new crescent moon, signalling the beginning of Shawwal 1447.
Many countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Ghana, are observing the festival on this day.
