Tambuwal donates N 6m to Qur’an recitation winners


Governor of Sokoto state,  Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has reaffirmed his government’s willingness to partner with the Muslim Students Society of Nigeria (MSSN),  to inculcate moral values on Nigerian youth.

The governor stated this when he received the leadership of   MSSN, Sokoto chapter, who visited him to present awards the body won for three consecutive years at different Qur’anic recitation competitions.

Tambuwal said the MSSN and such other bodies have significant roles to play towards curbing moral decadence and youth restiveness.

He stated  that Sokoto  state have been known globally as a  Centre of Knowledge and Excellence, thus urging them to continue with their good deeds and shun any forms of violence and social vices .

Congratulating the body, over the victories, Tambuwal assured his government’s support  and continueous encouragement on their routine activities.

Tambuwal commended the MSSN  for  introducing the entrepreneurship training programme, adding  that the programme would help the larger society.

He announced the donation of N2 million to each winner of the 2017, 2018 and 2019 competitions.

The governor also donated a brand new 18 seater bus, with cash donation of N1 million to the Sokoto chapter of the organisation, as well as another 1 million naira to all the participants.

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