Gombe State government honours Winner of International Qur’anic Recitation Competition

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has bestowed a well-deserved honour upon Hajara Ibrahim Dan’azumi, who clinched the prestigious title of overall winner at the International Female Quranic Recitation Competition held in the Kingdom of Jordan.

Hajara, from Abubakar Siddiq Islamiyya and 200 Level Botany Student at the Gombe State University represented Nigeria and won first position, beating other contestants from 39 countries in the 60 Hizb with Tajwid category at the 18th Edition of the Hashemite Jordan International Qur’anic Competition for Females.

During a ceremony, Governor Yahaya presented a 5 million naira gift to Hajara Dan’azumi, offered a full scholarship package to cover her education from her current level through to the Ph.D.

The Governor further donated 5 million naira to Abubakar Siddiq Islamiyya, the Qur’anic school that played a vital role in nurturing Hajara, to improve its operations and enhance the effectiveness of students’ training.

To compliment Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s generosity, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, granted a Hajj seat to Hajara for the 2024 pilgrimage in recognition of her achievements.

Additionally, Governor Yahaya awarded 2 million naira to Shuaibu Muhammad Nazir of JIBWIS Gombe, who won 1st position in the 40 Juzu’i categories at the 2024 National Qur’anic Recitation Competition.

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While reaffirming his administration’s commitment to enhancing the provision of high-quality education to the people of Gombe State in both formal and non-formal education systems, Governor Yahaya expressed immense pride in the achievements of Hajara Ibrahim and Shu’aibu Nazir, describing their triumph as a remarkable accomplishment that brings honour to Gombe State and elevates its reputation even on the global stage which is worthy of grand celebration.

“I am incredibly proud to welcome Hajara Ibrahim Dan’azumi and Shu’aibu Muhammad Nazir, both champions of Qur’anic Competitions, with one winning at global stage and the other nationally.

“These illustratous daughter and son have brought great honour to Gombe State, elevating our reputation, particularly Hajara Ibrahim’s victory at global scale. Their achievements are truly deserving of celebration and recognition. By honouring them, we aim to inspire others and ensure Gombe continues to produce individuals of their  caliber,” the governor said.

Prof. Tahir Inuwa, who spoke on behalf of the management of Abubakar Siddiq Islamiyya and Hajara Ibrahim’s family, conveyed their appreciation to Governor Inuwa Yahaya for the honour bestowed upon them.

Prof. Inuwa described the governor as a staunch supporter of both Qur’anic and formal education in Gombe State, praying for Allah’s continued guidance for him in leading the state towards greater progress and prosperity.

The winners, Hajara Ibrahim Dan’azumi and Shu’aibu Muhammad Nazir, both expressed their gratitude to the governor for the gesture, pledging to remain exemplary ambassadors of Gombe State.