By Shehu Dada, Kafanchan
Graduates of Qur'anic citations at Markas Abul Qassim Islamic Centre in Kafanchan have been urged to apply the knowledge they acquired in promoting peace and unity in society.
The charge was given by the Kaduna State Deputy Governor-nominee, Mr. Jerry Adams during the graduation ceremony of 75 students from the centre.
Represented by the Protocol Officer to the Kaduna State Governor, Alhaji Aliyu Baba Ahmed, the Deputy Governor nominee said ensuring peace and unity among citizens is a priority of the present administration, hence the need for the graduates to do everything possible toward achieving the objective.
While congratulating the graduates and their parents for investing in the education of their children and wards, he expressed his continued support for educational activities and pledged to keep supporting Markas Abul Qassim.
In his remarks, the guest speaker, Professor Ibrahim Makari, the Chief Imam of the Central Mosque, Abuja, advised the graduating students to remain steadfast in the pursuit of more knowledge, describing the occasion as the beginning of their educational struggle.
Represented by Imam Muhammad Mahmud, the Chief Imam assured the graduates that they were specially chosen by God with the task of serving as ambassadors of their school and continuing to educate others on the citations of the Holy Qur'an.
He also called on well-meaning citizens and government at all levels to assist institutions and centres like Abul Qassim in educating society.
Also speaking, the Royal Father of the day, the Emir of Jamaa, Alhaji Dr. Muhammadu Isa Muhammadu, said he was proud of the centre and the graduating students, and urged them to maintain the tempo.
In his vote of thanks, the Director of the Centre, Sheikh Amin Qassim, appreciated parents and the entire people of the area for their support to the centre, and applauded the staff for their relentless efforts in inculcating well-deserved knowledge in the students.
Highlights of the occasion included readings from the Holy Qur'an by the graduates and the presentation of certificates.
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