Addis Ababa police have closed specific roads to vehicles from the start of the 1447th Eid al-Fitr prayers until the program ends. The Shawwal crescent was not sighted in Saudi Arabia, so the holiday falls on Megabit 11. Islamic leaders urge continuing Ramadan's spirit of mercy and reflection.
On Megabit 9, 2018 (Fana BC), the Addis Ababa Police Commissioner announced that specific roads will be closed to vehicles from the start of the 1447th Eid al-Fitr prayers until the program concludes. The closures begin at 11:00 AM on the holiday. To prevent traffic jams, drivers are advised to use alternative routes. Among the closed roads: from 22 Megagna to Meskel Square via Qidus Urrael; from Bole Wolo Sefer Terminal to Olympia via Olympia Square; inside Gazebo Square; from Agona Meskelena to Tilahun Square via Sanjosef Bridge; from Bulgaría Bridge to Genesis Hotel Mexico via Bulgaría Bridge; inside Lideta Tsebel to Ashu Siga Bet; from high-rise forces to Mexico via high-rise square; and others like from Molla Maru to Geja Sefer, Merkato area, etc. Emergency lines include 990, 991, 987, 816, and others. The Shawwal crescent was not sighted in Saudi Arabia, so Eid al-Fitr falls on Megabit 11, as stated by Sheikh Abdulkerim Sheikh Bedri of the Ethiopian Islamic Affairs Supreme Council. He urged Muslims to continue Ramadan's mercy, reflection, and aid to the needy during celebrations. Sheikh Muhammad Sharif of the Addis Ababa Islamic Affairs High Council echoed calls to extend spiritual strength and unity.
