President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Maryam Ibrahim Dan’Azumi, a native of Gombe State, on winning the women’s category at the 46th King Abdulaziz International Qur’anic Competition in Saudi Arabia.
Maryam Dan’Azumi emerged as the winner at the prestigious international Qur’anic competition, which brought together participants from across the world.
In a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended Maryam for her exceptional performance and mastery of the Holy Qur’an at the prestigious international competition held in the holy city of Makkah.
Miss Ibrahim Dan’ Azumi beat competitors from 132 other countries, earning a 300,000 Saudi Riyal prize, the equivalent of N120 million.
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The President noted that Maryam’s accomplishment is not only a personal triumph but also a source of national pride, as she has placed Nigeria prominently on the global stage through her mastery of the Holy Qur’an.
President Tinubu described Maryam and her elder sister, Hajara Ibrahim Dan Azumi, who came first in a similar competition in Jordan in 2024, as inspiration to young Nigerians.
President Tinubu particularly commended their parents, teachers, mentors and all those who contributed to their development and success, recognising the sacrifices and commitment required to attain such an exceptional level of Qur’anic scholarship.
The President also appreciated the organisers and authorities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for providing a distinguished international platform that promotes excellence in Qur’anic memorisation, recitation, understanding and scholarship.
He further reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting initiatives that nurture the intellectual, moral and spiritual development of young Nigerians and provide them with opportunities to excel nationally and internationally.
“Maryam Ibrahim Dan Azumi’s victory in the highly competitive category covering memorisation of the entire Holy Qur’an, recitation, Tajweed and interpretation of all 60 Hizb with Tafsir is a remarkable achievement that has brought immense honour to Nigeria and further demonstrated the excellence, discipline, dedication and intellectual capacity of Nigerian youths.
“She has made Nigeria proud. Her achievement in Makkah is a powerful testimony to what our young people can accomplish when talent is matched with discipline, faith, hard work and dedicated mentorship.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Nigeria, I congratulate Maryam on this remarkable victory. May Almighty Allah continue to guide, protect and increase her in knowledge and wisdom, and may her achievement inspire many more young Nigerians to pursue excellence.”
The President wishes Maryam continued success as she advances in her Qur’anic scholarship and in all her future endeavours.
