Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has made a significant donation of ₦180m to support Islamic education, research, and academic development. The donation was announced during the centenary celebration of Az-Zumratul Adabiyyah School of Arabic and Islamic Studies, Ilorin, on Sunday, October 12, 2026. The governor's contribution aims to support the institution and advance educational development in the state.
The donation comprises several components, including ₦50m to Ansarul Islam Society, the founding body of Muhammed Kamaldeen University, Ilorin, and another ₦50m made by the AbdulRazaq family. Additionally, the Kwara State Government will donate ₦50m to Muhammed Kamaldeen University to support research and educational advancement. The governor also directed the university to compile names of 30 deserving students for a scholarship, with each receiving ₦1m.
The scholarship grants amount to ₦30m, bringing the total announced donations to ₦180m. The governor's representative, AbdulRazaq Jiddah, announced the donations at the centenary celebration, which was attended by traditional rulers, clerics, dignitaries, and students. The announcement was greeted with applause and cheers from the attendees.
In his congratulatory message to the Adabiyyah family, Governor AbdulRazaq described the centenary as a significant milestone in the institution's history. He congratulated the founders, successive administrators, teachers, students, alumni, supporters, and other members of the community associated with the institution. The governor commended those whose dedication has sustained the institution's mission through changing times and generations.
The governor urged the institution's management and alumni network to use the centenary celebration to develop a clear plan for its next phase of growth. He encouraged them to prioritize curriculum development, teacher training, digital learning, improved libraries, research, and partnerships with other reputable educational institutions. This, he believes, will ensure the institution's continued growth and relevance.
AbdulRazaq reaffirmed his administration's commitment to education, stating that the state government would continue to work with relevant stakeholders within the limits of its policies and available resources. The governor emphasized the importance of collaboration in advancing learning, research, and scholarship in the state. His administration's efforts aim to improve the overall quality of education in Kwara State.
The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Communications, Ibraheem Abdullateef, provided a breakdown of the donation in a Facebook post. He highlighted the governor's contributions, including ₦50m as the Sardauna of Ilorin and another ₦50m on behalf of the AbdulRazaq family. The donations demonstrate the governor's commitment to supporting Islamic education and research in Kwara State.
Key points
- The Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, donates ₦180m to support Islamic education, research, and academic development.
- The donation includes ₦50m to Ansarul Islam Society, ₦50m to Muhammed Kamaldeen University, and ₦30m for scholarships.
- The governor urges the institution's management to prioritize curriculum development, teacher training, and digital learning.
