From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto
The Sokoto State Government has distributed foodstuffs and financial assistance to Imams, their deputies and Mu’adhins across the state to support them during the holy month of Ramadan.
Governor Ahmed Aliyu, who flagged off the distribution ceremony, announced that each Imam would receive five bags of maize and N100,000, while their deputies would receive three bags of maize and N50,000. He said Mu’adhins would also receive two bags of maize and N50,000.
In addition, 300 senior Islamic scholars will receive N200,000 each, while another 100 scholars will receive N100,000 each. The government will also provide financial assistance to 10 ‘Malaman Zaure’ from each ward of the 23 local government areas, as well as 150 Islamic organisations.
Governor Aliyu said that the initiatives were part of his administration’s nine-point smart innovative agenda, which prioritises the welfare of the people, the development of religious institutions and the promotion of peace and prosperity in the state.
The governor also stated his administration’s efforts in improving the condition of mosques across the state, with three remodelled and reconstructed Jumu’at Mosques already commissioned, while work is ongoing for the renovation of over 30 others.
This gesture is part of the governor’s commitment to supporting the Islamic community in Sokoto State, and ensuring that they have the necessary resources to carry out their religious obligations during the holy month of Ramadan.