Ramadan: Sokoto Govt Distributes Financial, Food Support to Islamic Scholars

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The Sokoto State Government has begun distributing financial and food assistance to imams and Islamic scholars across the 23 Local Government Areas of the state, as part of efforts to strengthen religious institutions and support clerics.

Governor Ahmed Aliyu flagged-off the disbursement at a ceremony held at the Government House, Sokoto.

The initiative aims to enable beneficiaries to prepare for and observe the forthcoming Ramadan fast with ease. Each of the 2,100 Jumu’at mosque imams will receive N100,000, while 98 imams in Sokoto metropolis will also get food assistance, including five bags of rice.

Deputies will receive N50,000 and three bags of rice, and mu’azzins will get N50,000 and two bags of rice.

Additionally, 200 senior Islamic scholars will receive N200,000, and 200 other Islamic scholars will get N100,000, in recognition of their contributions to the development of Islam and promotion of moral and social values.

Governor Aliyu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting religious harmony and improving the welfare of Islamic scholars, describing them as “vital partners in fostering peace, unity, and moral development in society.”

The Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Professor Jabir Sani Maihulla, lauded the governor’s initiative, noting it would greatly support the Islamic community.

The representative of the Sultan of Sokoto, Wazirin Sokoto, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu, praised Governor Aliyu for his generosity and commitment to the welfare of Islamic scholars.

Beneficiaries expressed gratitude, praying for the governor’s success and long life.

Sheik Hussaini Mabera, speaking on behalf of all beneficiaries, said the support would enhance the ability of imams and Islamic scholars to carry out their duties effectively.