From Desmond Mgboh, Kano
The Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, has tasked the youth with the pursuit of both Islamic and Western education, insisting that a balanced approach to knowledge is best for social progress.
The monarch stated this on Thursday at the closing ceremony of the Holy Qur’an recitation competition organised by the Ganduje Foundation in Kano.
Abubakar Balarabe Kofar Naisa, his Chief Press Secretary, said in a statement that the ceremony showcased the monarch’s unwavering commitment to promoting Islamic education and fostering moral and spiritual growth among the youth in the state.
Bayero viewed the competition as a platform to inspire the younger generation to deepen their connection with the Holy Qur’an and its teachings.
He praised the foundation’s efforts in nurturing an appreciation for Qur’anic recitation, while affirming that this would bring blessings, tranquility, and divine protection to the community.
He urged students to honour their parents, teachers, and leaders, while associating with righteous companions to become exemplary future leaders.
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, restated the foundation’s commitment to rewarding excellence, presenting gifts such as Hajj seats, vehicles, motorcycles, and other essential items to top-performing students.
The closing ceremony was marked by cultural pageantry and community solidarity.