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Kano, Nigeria

Kano Central Mosque

The principal mosque of Kano and one of the most historically significant in Nigeria, closely associated with the Kano Emirate.

Friday, 14th August 2026 · Details last verified 14 August 2026

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Jummah (Friday prayer) at Kano Central Mosque in Kano, Nigeria is held at 1:15 PM. The mosque is located at Emir's Road, Kano. Today's Kano prayer times — Fajr through Isha — are shown below, updated daily by Global Prayer Times.

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Today in Kano

Fajr 05:01 · Dhuhr 12:31 · Asr 15:39 · Maghrib 18:46 · Isha 19:55

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Kano prayer times today

Begins = start of each prayer window for Kano. Each mosque sets its own iqamah (congregation) — usually 10–30 minutes later.

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Fajr
05:01
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Sunrise
06:15
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Dhuhr
12:31
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Asr
15:39
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Maghrib
18:46
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Isha
19:55

Nigeria official method · Updated Friday, 14th August 2026

Fajr

05:01

Sunrise

06:15

Dhuhr

12:31

Asr

15:39

Maghrib

18:46

Isha

19:55

About Kano Central Mosque

The Kano Central Mosque has served as the principal place of worship for the Kano Emirate for centuries. The original mosque dates to the Hausa period, but the current building has been rebuilt and expanded numerous times, most recently in the 20th century. It is where the Emir of Kano attends Friday prayers, making it a focal point of both religious and political life in northern Nigeria.

Address
Emir's Road, Kano
Founded
1400s
Jummah
1:15 PM
Capacity
10,000 worshippers

Facilities

  • Women's prayer area

Frequently asked questions

Where is Kano Central Mosque located?
Kano Central Mosque is located at Emir's Road, Kano, Kano, Nigeria.
What time is Jummah at Kano Central Mosque?
Jummah at Kano Central Mosque is typically at 1:15 PM. Confirm with the mosque before attending, especially on public holidays.
What are daily prayer times at Kano Central Mosque?
Daily prayer times at Kano Central Mosque follow the Kano timetable on this page — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha calculated for Nigeria. Mosque iqamah times are usually 10–30 minutes after the begins time.
What is the history of Kano Central Mosque?
The Kano Central Mosque has served as the principal place of worship for the Kano Emirate for centuries. The original mosque dates to the Hausa period, but the current building has been rebuilt and expanded numerous times, most recently in the 20th century. It is where the Emir of Kano attends Friday prayers, making it a focal point of both religious and political life in northern Nigeria.
Is there a women's prayer area at Kano Central Mosque?
Yes, Kano Central Mosque has a dedicated women's prayer area. Contact the mosque to confirm arrangements.
Is there parking at Kano Central Mosque?
Parking availability near Kano Central Mosque varies by location in Kano. Check with the mosque directly or use local street parking / public transport where available.

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