Nigeria, Feb. 18 -- This year's Ramadan is slightly more unique or special. February 18, 2026, comes with an eclipse that the naturalists to the scientists can relate to. From a Quhr-aahnic perspective, 'the joining of the sun and the moon' is figurative and can very well include this year as a special year. Lastly, it is the 'independence day' of the Gambia, the only country that was created to end transatlantic slavery and the birthplace of the writer with the highest global love. Well, the title or subtitle is often a big hint in my writings. 'Understanding' means I believe there is some misunderstanding in regards to the spirit of Ramadan and beyond.

By spirit, I mean the primary purpose. If Ramadan is partially in celebration of th...